2022 Peterbilt 579: recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 14 recall campaigns for the 2022 Peterbilt 579. The newest campaign is 25V181000. NHTSA received the report on 24 Mar 2025. The NHTSA record gives the component Electrical System / Propulsion System. NHTSA has no complaint on file for this model year.

The NHTSA recall file shows no do-not-drive advisory and no park-outside advisory on these campaigns.

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Remedy of the newest campaign, 25V181000, in the NHTSA record

Dealers will update the software and replace the electrical harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 13, 2025. Owners may contact Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220 and Kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 25PBC and 25KWC.

NHTSA VIN lookup

Complaint information entered into NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation vehicle owner's complaint database is used with other data sources to identify safety issues that warrant investigation and to determine if a safety-related defect trend exists.
NHTSA publishes these words. Source: NHTSA Datasets and APIs, section Complaints, read on 1 Oct 2026. Complaint file through 15 May 2019. Recall file through 29 Sep 2026.

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Recall campaigns

14 campaigns, newest first. 427,367 units in total.

25V18100024 Mar 2025Electrical System / Propulsion System
24V9150009 Dec 2024Electrical System / Software
24V19000020 Mar 2024Power Train / Automatic Transmission / Lever and Linkage / Column Shift
23V65300027 Sep 2023Fuel System, Diesel / Storage / Tank Assembly
23V42300013 Jun 2023Electrical System
23V00700016 Jan 2023Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
22V94000016 Dec 2022Visibility / Rearview Mirrors/Devices / Exterior
22V77900017 Oct 2022Electrical System / Instrument Cluster/Panel
22V54700028 Jul 2022Steering
22V01600018 Jan 2022Structure / Body / Step/Ladder
21V90600019 Nov 2021Electrical System / Software
21V71900016 Sep 2021Electronic Stability Control (ESC) / Control Module / Software
21V64800019 Aug 2021Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Foundation Components / Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
21V08000017 Feb 2021Engine

25V181000Received 24 Mar 2025. 238 units.
Electrical System / Propulsion System
Defect, in the NHTSA record
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Peterbilt 520, 579, and 2021-2025 Kenworth T680 trucks. The high voltage (HV) contactors may open, causing a sudden loss of high voltage and a loss of drive power.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will update the software and replace the electrical harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 13, 2025. Owners may contact Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220 and Kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 25PBC and 25KWC.
Report filed by PACCAR Incorporated. Manufacturer campaign number 25PBC and 25KWC. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 13 May 2025.
24V915000Received 9 Dec 2024. 220,764 units.
Electrical System / Software
Defect, in the NHTSA record
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Peterbilt and Kenworth vehicles, equipped with Bendix EC80 Advanced Electronic Control Units (ECU). Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. Electrical noise and low signal to the power line carrier may cause the ECU to incorrectly process commands or stop functioning.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Safety systems that depend on the ECU (Automatic Traction Control, ABS, Electronic Stability Control, Active Cruise Control, and Collison Mitigation System) may not function properly or at all, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will reprogram the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 3, 2025. Owners may contact Kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888 and Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 24KWL and 24PBL.
Report filed by PACCAR Incorporated. Manufacturer campaign number 24KWL 24PBL. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 3 Feb 2025.
24V190000Received 20 Mar 2024. 70,509 units.
Power Train / Automatic Transmission / Lever and Linkage / Column Shift
Defect, in the NHTSA record
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Peterbilt 365, 367, 389, 535, 536, 537, 548, 567, 579, and 2021-2025 Kenworth T180, T280, T380, T480, T680, T880 and W990 trucks. The right-hand gear shifter stalk connectors may have been improperly crimped, resulting in a loss of communication.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A loss of communication between the gear shifter and the transmission may result in the vehicle becoming disabled after coming to a stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect and replace the gear shifter assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed December 15, 2025, then phased after that. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888 or Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 24PBE and 24KWE.
Report filed by PACCAR Incorporated. Manufacturer campaign number 24PBE/24KWE. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 15 Dec 2025.
23V653000Received 27 Sep 2023. 1,315 units.
Fuel System, Diesel / Storage / Tank Assembly
Defect, in the NHTSA record
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Peterbilt 579 and 567 trucks. The U-bolts that attach the air tank to the chassis may contact the fuel tank and over time, wear a hole in the tank.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A punctured fuel tank can leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect and trim the U-bolts, and replace the fuel tank as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 3, 2023. Owners may contact Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 23PBH.
Report filed by PACCAR Incorporated. Manufacturer campaign number 23PBH. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 3 Nov 2023.
23V423000Received 13 Jun 2023. 4,967 units.
Electrical System
Defect, in the NHTSA record
PACCAR, Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Peterbilt 579 vehicles equipped with MX-13 engines and 160-amp alternators. A fastener on the front spring bracket may have been installed with the head on the outside of the frame rail, which can chafe and damage the alternator positive cable.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A damaged alternator cable increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will replace the frame fastener and secure the alternator cable, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 23PBD.
Report filed by PACCAR Incorporated. Manufacturer campaign number 23PBD. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 13 Jul 2023.
23V007000Received 16 Jan 2023. 46 units.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Defect, in the NHTSA record
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Peterbilt 579 and 2023 Kenworth T680 vehicles. Incorrect software in the battery electric heavy duty electronic stability control program may underestimate the mass of the vehicle. As such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 136, "Electronic Stability Control Systems on Heavy Vehicles."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
An incorrect estimate of the vehicle mass can reduce the performance of the stability control system and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 17, 2023. Owners may contact PACCAR's customer service at 1-425-828-5888 (Kenworth) and 1-940-591-4220 (Peterbilt). PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 23PBA and 23KWA.
Report filed by PACCAR Incorporated. Manufacturer campaign number 23PBA and 23KWA. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 10 Mar 2023.
22V940000Received 16 Dec 2022. 2,565 units.
Visibility / Rearview Mirrors/Devices / Exterior
Defect, in the NHTSA record
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Peterbilt 579 vehicles. The molded hood mirror assemblies may break at the pivot joint and, if unsecured by a harness or tether, can fall into the roadway.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A molded hood mirror that falls into the roadway can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect for a wire harness or tether and replace the hood mirror assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 14, 2023. Owners may contact Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 22PBF.
Report filed by PACCAR Incorporated. Manufacturer campaign number 22PBF. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 27 Mar 2023.
22V779000Received 17 Oct 2022. 74,730 units.
Electrical System / Instrument Cluster/Panel
Defect, in the NHTSA record
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Kenworth T680, T880, W990, and Peterbilt 365, 367, 389, 567, and 579 vehicles. The digital display may freeze and not display critical safety information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 101, "Control and Displays" and 102, "Trans Shift Lever Seq/Starter Interlock/Trans Braking Effect."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
The loss of display information, such as vehicle speed and warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 16, 2022. Owners may contact Kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888 and Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 22KWK and 22PBK.
Report filed by PACCAR Incorporated. Manufacturer campaign number 22KWK and 22PBK. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 16 Dec 2022.
22V547000Received 28 Jul 2022. 47,500 units.
Steering
Defect, in the NHTSA record
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Kenworth T170, T270, T280, T370, T380, T440, T470, T480, T680, T800, T880, W900, W990, C500, and 2022-2023 Peterbilt 325, 330, 337, 348, 365, 367, 389, 520, 536, 537, 548, 567, and 579 vehicles. The steering gears may have been assembled incorrectly, which can cause the gears to fracture.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A fractured steering gear can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect the steering gear serial numbers, and replace the steering gears as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 26, 2022. Owners may contact Kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888 and Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 22PBE and 22KWE.
Report filed by PACCAR Incorporated. Manufacturer campaign number 22PBE, 22KWE. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 26 Sep 2022.
22V016000Received 18 Jan 2022. 3,511 units.
Structure / Body / Step/Ladder
Defect, in the NHTSA record
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2022 Peterbilt 579 vehicles equipped with chassis fairings. The bolts that hold the chassis fairing step assembly in the closed position may loosen and fracture the latch attachment, causing the fairing assembly to flex.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A partially unsecured cab step can unexpectedly move while entering or exiting the cab, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will add new fasteners and a bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 11, 2022. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 22PBA.
Report filed by PACCAR Incorporated. Manufacturer campaign number 22PBA. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 11 Apr 2022.
21V906000Received 19 Nov 2021. 908 units.
Electrical System / Software
Defect, in the NHTSA record
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Kenworth T880, W990, Peterbilt 567, 579, 389, and 2022 Peterbilt 536, 537 wrecker and auto hauler vehicles. The work brake (winch brake) may unintentionally disengage the service brakes during winching operations, causing the vehicle to roll.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 3, 2022. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-425-828-5888 (Kenworth); or 1-940-591-4220 (Peterbilt). PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 21KWG and 21PBM.
Report filed by PACCAR Incorporated. Manufacturer campaign number 21KWG and 21PBM. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 3 Jan 2022.
21V719000Received 16 Sep 2021. 19 units.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) / Control Module / Software
Defect, in the NHTSA record
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2022 Peterbilt 567 and 579 vehicles. The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) malfunction indicator lamp may not illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 136, "Electronic Stability Control Systems on Heavy Vehicles."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
The driver may be unaware of an ESC system malfunction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will reprogram the ESC system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 28, 2021. Owners may contact PACCAR's customer service at 1-940-591-4220 (Peterbilt). PACCAR's number for this recall is 21PBL.
Report filed by PACCAR Incorporated. Manufacturer campaign number 21PBL. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 28 Oct 2021.
21V648000Received 19 Aug 2021. 163 units.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Foundation Components / Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
Defect, in the NHTSA record
PACCAR, Inc. (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Peterbilt 367, 389, 567, and 579 vehicles. The cross member mounted Hill Start Assist valve assembly may have insufficient clearance to the rear axle, causing damage to the rear brake hose and loss of the rear brake signal.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If loss of the rear brake signal occurs, the vehicle could experience reduced rear braking capability or loss of brakes to the rear axle(s), increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect for clearance and re-work the assembly to conform with an updated design, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on September 24, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 11, 2022. Owners may contact PACCAR's customer service at 1-940-591-4220 (Peterbilt). PACCAR's number for this recall is 21PBJ.
Report filed by PACCAR Incorporated. Manufacturer campaign number 21PBJ. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 11 Mar 2022.
21V080000Received 17 Feb 2021. 132 units.
Engine
Defect, in the NHTSA record
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Kenworth T680, T880, W990, T800, W900 and Peterbilt 579, 567, 389, 367 vehicles equipped with a Cummins X15 engine. The capscrews that attach the flywheel to the crankshaft may have been improperly torqued, allowing the flywheel to detach.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A detached flywheel can cause loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, driveline pieces may be ejected from the engine compartment, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will properly torque the capscrews and the engine will also be inspected for damage and, if necessary, repaired, free of charge. The recall began on March 29, 2021. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-425-828-5888 (Kenworth) or 1-940-591-4220 (Peterbilt). PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 21KWA and 21PBB.
Report filed by PACCAR Incorporated. Manufacturer campaign number 21KWA / 21PBB. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 29 Mar 2021.

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Recall Register. 2022 Peterbilt 579: recalls and complaints. https://recallregister.com/vehicle/peterbilt/579/2022/. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, recall, complaint and investigation files. Data through 29 Sep 2026.

Sources

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Licence: US government work, public domain
Recall file through: 29 Sep 2026
Complaint file through: 15 May 2019
First complaint in the file: 1 Jan 1995
Manufacturer in the recall file: PACCAR Incorporated

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Questions

How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2022 Peterbilt 579?: 427,367 units in 14 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.
How many recall campaigns does the Peterbilt 579 have for all model years?: NHTSA lists 59 recall campaigns for the Peterbilt 579, model years 2006 to 2027. 14 of them name the 2022 model year.
Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2022 Peterbilt 579 open?: The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.