PETERBILT 579 2021: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 23V653000

Make Model Year
PETERBILT 579 2021
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2023-11-03 2023-09-27 2023-09-27

Manufacturers Involved: PACCAR Incorporated

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 23PBH

Component: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 1315

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

PACCAR Incorporated "PACCAR" is recalling certain 2021-2024 Peterbilt 579 and 567 trucks. The U-bolts that attach the air tank to the chassis may contact the fuel tank and over time, wear a hole in the tank.

Consequence

A punctured fuel tank can leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and trim the U-bolts, and replace the fuel tank as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 3, 2023. Owners may contact Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 23PBH.

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.