2022–2023 Peterbilt 579: Visibility recall
NHTSA campaign 22V940000 · 2,565 units potentially affected · filed Dec 16, 2022
What's wrong
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Peterbilt 579 vehicles. The molded hood mirror assemblies may break at the pivot joint and, if unsecured by a harness or tether, can fall into the roadway.
Why it matters
A molded hood mirror that falls into the roadway can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect for a wire harness or tether and replace the hood mirror assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 14, 2023. Owners may contact Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 22PBF.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 22V940000
- Manufacturer no.
- 22PBF
- Manufacturer
- Paccar Incorporated
- Component
- VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR
- Units affected
- 2,565
- Report received
- Dec 16, 2022
- Owner letters
- Mar 27, 2023
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Peterbilt 579 2022, 2023