Body: step/ladderRecall 22V-016 · 2022 Peterbilt 579
PACCAR Incorporated recall 22V-016 covers 3,511 2022 Peterbilt 579 for a body: step/ladder problem, reported to NHTSA on January 18, 2022. The manufacturer's latest report (2024 Q1) shows 78% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 22V016000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2022 Peterbilt 579 vehicles equipped with chassis fairings. The bolts that hold the chassis fairing step assembly in the closed position may loosen and fracture the latch attachment, causing the fairing assembly to flex.
The risk
A partially unsecured cab step can unexpectedly move while entering or exiting the cab, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will add new fasteners and a bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 11, 2022. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 22PBA.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
78%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.