PETERBILT 579 2021: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 23V423000

Make Model Year
PETERBILT 579 2021
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2023-07-13 2023-06-13 2023-06-13

Manufacturers Involved: PACCAR Incorporated

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 23PBD

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 4967

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

PACCAR, Incorporated "PACCAR" is recalling certain 2021-2023 Peterbilt 579 vehicles equipped with MX-13 engines and 160-amp alternators. A fastener on the front spring bracket may have been installed with the head on the outside of the frame rail, which can chafe and damage the alternator positive cable.

Consequence

A damaged alternator cable increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the frame fastener and secure the alternator cable, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 23PBD.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.nhtsa.gov.