repaired · 2024 Q3
Steering: critical fasteners
Risk. Fastener failure can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
2019 Peterbilt 579Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 3 owner complaints about the 2019 Peterbilt 579, most often about the steering. It is covered by 8 safety recalls, and for recall 20V-199 the manufacturer reports only 27% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 10, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2019 Peterbilt 579 has problems
3 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
2Steering
1Electrical system
1Suspension
1Tires
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
8 recalls
2019 Peterbilt 579 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2024 Q3
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. The operator may be unaware of a system malfunction or the presence of excessive methane levels, increasing the risk of injury or fire.
repaired · 2023 Q4
Electrical system: software
Risk. Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
repaired · 2022 Q1
Electronic stability control (ESC)
Risk. If the driver unknowingly operates the vehicle without the ABS functioning, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2022 Q1
12v/24v/48v battery: cables
Risk. An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2020 Q2
Power train: clutch assembly
Risk. Unintended movement of a vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2020 Q2
Exterior lighting
Risk. Missing reflex reflectors can reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
no report yet
Engine: diesel
Risk. If the fuel line bursts, fuel may leak onto the road resulting in a roadway hazard for other motorists.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Peterbilt.
Best & worst years
2019 vs. every other 579 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the 579 median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
2 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2019 Peterbilt 579, and the recalls they led to.
- Intermittent Loss of Power Steering AssistNo recall
- Quarter Fender FailuresNo recall
In owners' words
What 579 owners report
Recent steering complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
MY 2019 PETERBILT MODEL 579 HAS FRONT END ISSUES !!!!!! I HAVE HAD THIS VEHICLE ALIGNED ALL THREE AXLES AND ON THE SECOND OCCASION JUST THE STEER AXLE. I AM ON MY 4TH SET OF STEER TIRES. THE TRUCK CAME THROUGH WITH 11 R22.5 GOODYEAR TIRES THEY STARTED CUPPING OUT AT 25 TO 35,000 MILES I TOOK THEM…
AFTER HITTING A BUMP, THE STEERING WOULD SHAKE SO BAD IT WAS HARD TO HOLD THE STEERING WHEEL. HAD TO PULL OFF ON THE SHOULDER TO GET THE SHAKING TO STOP. AFTER HAVING THIS HAPPEN SEVERAL TIMES IN ONE DAY, I TOOK THE TRUCK TO DEALER WHERE THEY DISCOVERED IT HAD A BAD STEERING BOX. STILL WAITING ON…
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