2024 PETERBILT 589 Complaints and Recall Information

The 2024 PETERBILT 589 has 0 complaints and 24 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to electronic control system malfunctions and lighting irregularities based on recall data. There are no reported complaints submitted by owners.

There are 24 recalls for the 2024 PETERBILT 589 affecting various systems including steering, lighting, and electronic control units. The recalls address defects that pose safety risks such as loss of steering control, inadequate lighting, and potential failure of critical safety systems.

• Steering gear assembly. NHTSA recall 24V044000 affects 45,887 vehicles. The steering gear assemblies may have fewer recirculating balls than required, causing potential loss of steering control which increases crash risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the assemblies as necessary free of charge.
• Lighting control module software. NHTSA recall 25V436000 affects 56,260 vehicles. The tail brake, headlights, reverse lights, and turn signals may fail to illuminate properly. Lift axles may move unexpectedly when warning lights activate, violating FMVSS 108. Dealers will update vehicle control unit software at no cost.
• Electronic control unit software. NHTSA recall 24V915000 covers 220,764 vehicles including 2024-2025 PETERBILT models. Electrical noise can cause the Bendix EC80 ECU to misprocess commands or stop functioning, impacting systems such as ABS, traction control, stability control, cruise control, and collision mitigation. Dealers will reprogram the ECU software free of charge.
• Service brake control module. Also under NHTSA recall 24V915000 affecting 220,764 vehicles. The Bendix EC80 ECU defect may cause automatic traction control, ABS, electronic stability control, active cruise control, and collision mitigation systems to malfunction, increasing crash risk. Dealers will reprogram the ECU software at no cost.

Owners dealing with repeated repairs or unresolved recall issues involving critical vehicle systems may want to explore their rights under state lemon laws. Legal consultation can help determine available options if safety defects persist despite recall remedies.