2011 PETERBILT 579 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2011 PETERBILT 579 has 0 complaints and 7 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report concerns involving various safety and electrical systems addressed through recalls but have not submitted formal complaints.
There are seven recalls affecting this model, which cover critical systems such as air bags, electrical components, service brakes, and tire labeling. These recalls address issues that could impact vehicle safety and operational integrity.
Recalls- Air bags and electrical system. NHTSA recall 14V283000 affects 1,705 vehicles manufactured between October 2009 and May 2014. If power is interrupted to the seat electronic control unit, the side air bag disables without a warning lamp, raising injury risk in rollovers. Dealers will install a new electrical harness at no cost to owners.
- Alternator charge cables. Recall 15V270000 applies to 1,494 trucks manufactured from 2010 to 2015. Alternator charge cables may chafe against a freon discharge line causing electrical shorts and potential fire. Dealers will reroute the cable free of charge.
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and ABS warning light. Recall 20V199000 covers 460,515 vehicles from model years 2008 to 2019. The ABS warning light may fail to illuminate if ABS loses power, increasing crash risk. NAMUX software will be updated free of charge.
- Tire and rim certification labels. Recall 15V132000 affects 213,230 trucks manufactured from 2005 to 2016. Labels list incorrect tire pressure which could lead to underinflation and tire failure under maximum load. Owners will receive corrected labels by mail at no cost.
Owners coping with repeated recalls involving safety systems or unresolved recall issues may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Consulting with a legal expert can help clarify available protections.
2011 PETERBILT 579 Summary
2011
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
4
Total Recalls
676944
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2011 PETERBILT 579
460515 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2008-2019 Peterbilt 330, 335, 337, 340, 348, 365, 367, 384, 386, 387, 388, 389, 567, 579 and 587 vehicles and 2008-2020 Kenworth T170, T270, T370, T660, T680, T800, T880, and W900 vehicles equipped with NAMUX Software. In the event that the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) loses battery and/or ignition power to the controller, the dash warning light for the ABS may not illuminate to warn the driver of the loss of ABS. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems," and 136, "Electronic Stability Control System on Heavy Vehicles."
Risk: If the driver unknowingly operates the vehicle without the ABS functioning, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
2011 PETERBILT 579
213230 vehicles affected
TIRES
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2006-2016 Peterbilt 587, 579, 567, 389, 388, 387, 385, 382, 379, 378, 367, 365 and 357 trucks manufactured July 25, 2005, to February 26, 2016. The affected vehicles may be equipped with Tire and Rim Certification Labels that list a tire pressure below the actual correct amount. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 120, "Tire selection and rims and motor home/recreation vehicle trailer load carrying capacity information for motor vehicles with a GVWR of more than 4,536 kilograms (10,000 pounds)."
Risk: If the tires are underinflated due to the incorrect inflation pressure listed on the label, the truck may not be able to carry the maximum gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) load listed without experiencing tire failure which would increase the risk of a crash.
2011 PETERBILT 579
1494 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Kenworth T660, T680, T880 trucks manufactured February 18, 2013, to April 10, 2015, and 2011-2016 Peterbilt 386, 389, 567, 579, and 587 trucks manufactured December 13, 2010, to April 20, 2015. The affected trucks, equipped with PACCAR MX-13 engines and Delco-Remy 40SI alternators, have alternator charge cables that may chafe against a formed metal freon discharge line.
Risk: If the alternator cable rubs through its insulation, an electrical short may occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
2011 PETERBILT 579
1705 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 Peterbilt 579, 388, 384, 367, 365, 348, and 337 trucks manufactured October 30, 2009, through May 21, 2014. In the affected vehicles, if power is interrupted to the seat electronic control unit (ECU), such as when the fuse for that circuit blows, the side air bag would be disabled but there will not be a warning lamp indicator to notify the operator of the malfunction.
Risk: Without a warning of a problem existing in the side air bag system, the driver may continue to operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury from the side air bag not deploying in the event of a rollover.
Complaints
No complaints found.