2011 PETERBILT 587 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2011 PETERBILT 587 has 0 complaints and 7 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to emission, fuel system, and stability control software based on the recall data available.
The vehicle has been subject to multiple recalls affecting several key systems.
Recalls- Fuel system defect. NHTSA recall 11V127000 affects 4664 vehicles. The oil module centrifugal spinner filter cap in the PACCAR MX engine may become loose, potentially releasing engine oil onto hot exhaust components which can cause fires. Dealers will re-torque the filter cap and add a secondary retention device free of charge.
- Engine software defect. Recall 11V380000 involves 211 trucks. The fast idle control can be engaged while the transmission is in gear, causing unexpected vehicle acceleration overriding the parking brake and increasing crash risk. Dealers will update engine software at no cost.
- Alternator charge cable issue. Recall 15V270000 covers 1494 trucks. The alternator cables may chafe against a metal freon discharge line, risking electrical shorts and fire. Dealers will reroute the cables free of charge.
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) software defect. Recall 20V199000 affects 460,515 vehicles. Loss of battery or ignition power may prevent the ABS warning light from illuminating, leaving drivers unaware of ABS failure. Dealers will update the NAMUX software to correct this.
- ABS warning light defect. Also under recall 20V199000 for the same 460,515 vehicles. Failure of the ABS warning light can cause increased crash risk without driver awareness. The fix is included in the software update mentioned above.
- Incorrect tire labels. Recall 15V132000 involves 213,230 trucks. Tire and Rim Certification Labels list tire pressures below the correct amount, which could lead to underinflation, tire failure, and crashes. Corrected labels will be mailed to owners.
- Tire safety defect. Also part of recall 15V132000 for the same 213,230 trucks. Incorrect tire pressure information risks tire failure under load. Owners will receive corrected certification labels free of charge.
Owners dealing with repeated repairs, unresolved recall issues, or safety defects may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Consulting with a qualified attorney experienced in these matters is advisable for further assistance.
2011 PETERBILT 587 Summary
2011
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
5
Total Recalls
680114
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2011 PETERBILT 587
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 587
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 587
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 587
211 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
PACCAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 KENWORTH T660, T700, AND T800 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 19, 2010, THROUGH MAY 13, 2011, AND MODEL YEAR 2008, 2010, AND 2011 PETERBILT 365, 367, 384, 386, 387, 388 AND 587 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 20, 2010, THROUGH JUNE 11, 2011, AND EQUIPPED WITH PACCAR MX ENGINES AND EATON ULTRASHIFT DM OR ALLISON AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS (WITHOUT AUTO-NEUTRAL). THE FAST IDLE CONTROL MAY BE ACTIVATED BY THE OPERATOR WHILE THE TRANSMISSION IS IN GEAR.
Risk: IF THE FAST IDLE CONTROL FUNCTION IS ENGAGED WITH THE TRANSMISSION IN GEAR, THE VEHICLE COULD UNEXPECTEDLY ACCELERATE AND OVERRIDE THE PARKING BRAKE AND , CREATING A RISK OF A CRASH AND DAMAGE TO OTHER VEHICLES OR PROPERTY AND THE POTENTIAL FOR INJURY TO NEARBY PEDESTRIANS.
2011 PETERBILT 587
4664 vehicles affected
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
PACCAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2012 KENWORTH T2000, T660, T700, T800, AND W900, AS WELL AS MODEL YEAR 2009-2012 PETERBILT 365, 367, 384, 386, 387, 388, 389, AND 587 TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH PACCAR MX ENGINES. THE OIL MODULE CENTRIFUGAL SPINNER FILTER CAP IN THE PACCAR MX ENGINE MAY BECOME LOOSE, POSSIBLY ALLOWING THE CAP TO COME OFF AND ENGINE OIL TO PARTIALLY DISCHARGE FROM THE OIL MODULE ONTO EXHAUST COMPONENTS.
Risk: THE DISCHARGE OF ENGINE OIL ONTO EXHAUST COMPONENTS WHICH ARE HOT, SUCH AS WHEN THE ENGINE IS UNDER SIGNIFICANT LOAD, MAY CAUSE A FIRE.
Complaints
No complaints found.