Peterbilt 579 recalls by year
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
59 recalls found for the Peterbilt 579 in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, and 42 owner complaints. Choose a model year:
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Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.
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Newest Peterbilt 579 recalls
- Aug 21, 202626V544000Seats811 vehiclesPeterbilt 567, Peterbilt 579 and 4 more models
The seat ventilation harness may be missing heat-shrink, resulting in a short circuit.
- Jul 27, 202626V485000Electrical system5,925 vehiclesPeterbilt 536, Peterbilt 537 and 10 more models
Please see the recall report for a complete list of models.
- Jul 8, 202626V442000Service brakes, air8 vehiclesPeterbilt 579 and Kenworth T680
The trailer air connection quick release (QR) valve in the air brake system may have been incorrectly installed, which can cause the trailer to become unstable after the driver…
- Jun 26, 202525V436000Exterior lighting56,260 vehiclesPeterbilt 520, Peterbilt 536 and 14 more models
The tail brake light, upper and lower beam headlights, reverse light, and turn signal may not illuminate as intended.
- Mar 24, 202525V181000Electrical system238 vehiclesKenworth T680, Peterbilt 520 and 1 more model
The high voltage (HV) contactors may open, causing a sudden loss of high voltage and a loss of drive power.
- Dec 9, 202424V915000Service brakes, hydraulic, electrical system220,764 vehiclesPeterbilt 389, Peterbilt 548 and 21 more models
Please see the recall report for a complete list of models.
- Oct 23, 202424V789000Fuel system, diesel5,690 vehiclesPeterbilt 567, Peterbilt 579 and 7 more models
The fuel pump barrels may fracture and cause a fuel leak, which can result in an engine stall.
- Jun 12, 202424V433000Steering7,410 vehiclesPeterbilt 220, Peterbilt 520 and 16 more models
The tie rod or drag link assembly may contain an improperly heat-treated ball stud, causing the ball stud to break.
Do not drive until repaired