Peterbilt 579: Structure

Affects Peterbilt 579 · 2022 — about 192 vehicles.

The hazard

Issue: On certain trucks, the latches that hold the chassis fairing step assembly could loosen. If this happens, the steps could move unexpectedly. Safety Risk: Steps that move when you get in or out of the cab could create a risk of injury. Corrective Actions: PACCAR will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your truck to a dealer to replace the bolts for the latch on the chassis fairing step assembly. The dealer will also add a bracket to strengthen the latch attachment area.

What to do

Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational