repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: propulsion system
Risk. A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
2023 Peterbilt 579Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 4 owner complaints about the 2023 Peterbilt 579, most often about the power train. It is covered by 11 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-190 the manufacturer reports only 52% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 5, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2023 Peterbilt 579 has problems
4 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
2Power train
1Fuel system, diesel1 crash/fire/injury
1Visibility/wiper
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel system, diesel | 1 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
11 recalls
2023 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 · 2023 Q4
Parking brake
Risk. A PVM that fails to move into park can cause a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
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
Engine: engine control module (ecu/ecm)
Risk. An unexpected engine stall 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.
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
2023 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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- Caution
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In owners' words
What 579 owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Peterbilt has a recall 24V190 for the right hand shifter stalk. This VIN is not on the recall list however it does have the defective shift stalk and has been replaced 3 times prior to the recall. The most recent replacement was 8/20/24 replaced with the same defective part #. How do I get this…
1. The components that malfunctioned were the "engine/transmission match" and "transmission communications failure idle torque limit". Yes, my unit is available for inspection at any time. 2. When I had to stop on the freeway due to heavy traffic, the gearshift would not budge, causing an even…
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