repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: propulsion system
Risk. A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
2022 Peterbilt 579Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 7 owner complaints about the 2022 Peterbilt 579, most often about the power train. It is covered by 15 safety recalls, and for recall 21V00N000 the manufacturer reports only 34% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 1, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2022 Peterbilt 579 has problems
7 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
4Power train
2Electrical system
1Service brakes, hydraulic
1Suspension
1Tires
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 4 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 0 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 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.
15 recalls
2022 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 · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: software
Risk. Safety systems that depend on the ECU (Automatic Traction Control, ABS, Electronic Stability Control, Active Cruise Control, and Collison Mitigation System)…
repaired · 2026 Q3
Lever and linkage: column shift
Risk. A loss of communication between the gear shifter and the transmission may result in the vehicle becoming disabled after coming to a stop, increasing the risk…
repaired · 2025 Q3
Storage: tank assembly
Risk. A punctured fuel tank can leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
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repaired · 2025 Q2
Electrical system
Risk. A damaged alternator cable increases the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2024 Q4
Electronic stability control (ESC)
Risk. An incorrect estimate of the vehicle mass can reduce the performance of the stability control system and increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q4
Rearview mirrors/devices: exterior
Risk. A molded hood mirror that falls into the roadway can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q3
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Risk. The loss of display information, such as vehicle speed and warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q2
Steering
Risk. A fractured steering gear can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q1
Body: step/ladder
Risk. A partially unsecured cab step can unexpectedly move while entering or exiting the cab, increasing the risk of injury.
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 · 2023 Q3
Control module: software
Risk. The driver may be unaware of an ESC system malfunction, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q4
Foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. If loss of the rear brake signal occurs, the vehicle could experience reduced rear braking capability or loss of brakes to the rear axle(s), increasing the…
repaired · 2022 Q4
Engine
Risk. A detached flywheel can cause loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
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
2022 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
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In owners' words
What 579 owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
After a decel to 20ish mph, the automated manual transmission attempted to shift into gear to begin acceleration. The transmission made load noises indicating a failure followed by a transmission warning with the fault code being 617 FMI 14. All acceleration and engine braking ability was disabled,…
The contact owns a 2022 Peterbilt Conventional 579. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission independently shifted to neutral. The vehicle was driven to the shoulder of the road. The vehicle was turned off and restarted, and the vehicle was independently reset. The…
The contact owns a 2022 Peterbilt 579. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle downshifted with multiple warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was restarted; however, the failure recurred. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V190000…
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