repaired · 2026 Q3
Lighting control module: software
Risk. Delayed and unsteady headlights can result in insufficient illumination of the road, decreasing the driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
2024 Peterbilt 579Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 3 owner complaints about the 2024 Peterbilt 579, most often about the tires. It is covered by 7 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 August 28, 2025. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2024 Peterbilt 579 has problems
3 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
2Tires
1Fuel/propulsion system
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Tires | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
7 recalls
2024 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: propulsion system
Risk. A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
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…
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repaired · 2026 Q1
Steering
Risk. A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q3
Storage: tank assembly
Risk. A punctured fuel tank can leak fuel, increasing 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.
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
2024 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
- Solid
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- Not rated
In owners' words
What 579 owners report
Recent tires complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact filed the complaint on behalf of a fleet driver. The contact owns a 2024 Peterbilt Conventional 579, equipped with Goodyear Tires, Tire Line: Endurance LHS, Tire Size: 295/75/R22.5, DOT Number:1MC37C8BW3223. The contact stated that while the fleet driver was driving at an undisclosed…
The contact owns a 2024 Peterbilt 579 equipped with Goodyear Tires, Tire Line: Endurance, Tire Size: 295/75/R22.5, DOT Number: 1MC37C8BW3223. The contact stated that while driving approximately 64 MPH, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle, and the vehicle vibrated abnormally. The…
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