repaired · 2026 Q3
Supply: reservoir/tank
NewRisk. Insufficient air volume can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
2026 Peterbilt 589Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 0 owner complaints about the 2026 Peterbilt 589. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-353 the manufacturer reports only 56% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 17, 2025. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2026 Peterbilt 589 has problems
0 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
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Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2026 Peterbilt 589 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
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.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Antilock: modulator
Risk. Brake failure can increase 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
2026 vs. every other 589 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 589 median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
Own a 2026 589?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.