Peterbilt 579
Model 579 made by Peterbilt got 5 consumer complains there are 3 recalls as well as 5 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference to visibility/wiper. . Technical service bulletines regarding latches/locks/linkages, seats and structure. There were some recalls concerningelectrical system, service brakes, air.
Model 2013
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ||||||||||||||||
| 13V048000 | PACCAR Incorporated | from 01/20/2012 to 01/31/2013 | V (Vehicle) | 2019 | 02/28/2013 | MFR | PACCAR Incorporated | 02/13/2013 | 02/13/2013 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Paccar is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 kenworth t680 and t880 trucks, manufactured from january 18, 2012, through february 1, 2013; and model year 2013-2014 peterbilt 579 and 567 vehicles, manufactured from january 20, 2012, through january 31, 2013. the exterior lights self-test switch is intended to be used when the vehicle is parked. if the switch is pressed while the vehicle is in motion, the exterior lights self-test switch will cause all exterior lighting to be extinguished. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | An unexpected loss of lighting during vehicle operation may reduce the driver's ability to see other vehicles, pedestrians, or objects, as well as reduce the truck's visibility to other drivers or pedestrians, increasing the risk of crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Paccar will notify owners, and dealers will disable the exterior lights self-test software parameter and remove the exterior lights self-test switch and install a switch plug in its place. the services will be offered free of charge. the recall began on february 28, 2013. owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5000 or peterbilt at 1-940-591-4000. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | The exterior lights will re-illuminate if the switch is pushed again.kenworth's recall campaign number is 13kwb.peterbilt's recall campaign number is 0213-b.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - SOFTWARE | ||||||||||||||||
| 13V027000 | PACCAR Incorporated | from 08/28/2012 to 12/31/2012 | V (Vehicle) | 330 | MFR | PACCAR Incorporated | 01/25/2013 | 01/29/2013 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Paccar is recalling certain model year 2013 kenworth t680 vehicles, manufactured from november 29, 2012, through december 6, 2012; and model year 2013 peterbilt 579 and 567 vehicles, manufactured from august 28, 2012, through december 31, 2012. these vehicles were equipped with the air suspension dump valve option. new software may cause the rear air suspension to re-inflate without warning when the operator turns the ignition key to the off position. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | An unexpected re-inflation of the suspension could result in personal injury to a person near the rear suspension. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Paccar will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the software. the recall will begin during february 2013. owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5000 or peterbilt at 1-940-591-4000. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Kenworth's recall campaign number is 13kwa.peterbilt's recall campaign number is 113-a.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - SUPPLY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
| 12V214000 | PACCAR INCORPORATED | V (Vehicle) | 7 | MFR | PACCAR INCORPORATED | 05/16/2012 | 05/16/2012 | 571 | 121 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Paccar is recalling certain model year 2013 kenworth t680, and peterbilt 579 vehicles, for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) no. 121, air brake systems. these vehicles exceed the brake timing test requirements of fmvss 121 for trailer circuits when 15 foot coiled trailer lines are used. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The longer brake apply time may result in extended stopping distances, increasing the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Paccar will notify owners and install a relay valve on the affected vehicles. the safety recall is expected to begin during july 2012. owner may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 and peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Kenworth | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
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| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - DOORS - LATCH | |||||
| RN-612-1 | 08/15/2012 | 10046079 | Peterbilt: certain model year truck may experience issues with mirror controls, door locks and windows performing properly. updated software and parts need to be replaced according to repair notice. model 2013 579. *pe | 09/26/2012 | |
| SEATS | |||||
| RN-712-2 | 08/15/2012 | 10046080 | Peterbilt: certain trucks have suspension linkage (upgrade) on seat, with an installed support bracket designed to reduced the movement. model 2013 579. *pe | 09/26/2012 | |
| STRUCTURE - BODY - DOOR | |||||
| RN-612-1 | 08/15/2012 | 10046079 | Peterbilt: certain model year truck may experience issues with mirror controls, door locks and windows performing properly. updated software and parts need to be replaced according to repair notice. model 2013 579. *pe | 09/26/2012 | |
| VISIBILITY | |||||
| RN-612-1 | 08/15/2012 | 10046079 | Peterbilt: certain model year truck may experience issues with mirror controls, door locks and windows performing properly. updated software and parts need to be replaced according to repair notice. model 2013 579. *pe | 09/26/2012 | |
| VISIBILITY - REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES | |||||
| RN-612-1 | 08/15/2012 | 10046079 | Peterbilt: certain model year truck may experience issues with mirror controls, door locks and windows performing properly. updated software and parts need to be replaced according to repair notice. model 2013 579. *pe | 09/26/2012 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
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| VISIBILITY/WIPER | |||
| 02/25/2013 | 35511 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2013 tractor trailer model peterbilt 579. the contact stated that the driver and passenger side windows did not have a protecting guard and allowed wind turbulence to create water puddles on the windows and caused obstruction to the driver's view. the manufacturer was not made aware of the problem. the trailer was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 35,511. | |||
| 02/25/2013 | 35511 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2013 tractor trailer model peterbilt 579. the contact stated that the driver and passenger side windows did not have a protecting guard and allowed wind turbulence to create water puddles on the windows and caused obstruction to the driver's view. the manufacturer was not made aware of the problem. the trailer was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 35,511. mah | |||