PETERBILT 579 2023: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 25V181000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| PETERBILT | 579 | 2023 |
| Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database | |
| 2025-03-24 | 2025-03-25 |
Production Dates: 2020-10-27 - 2024-09-25
Manufacturers Involved: PACCAR Incorporated
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 25PBC and 25KWC
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 239
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
PACCAR Incorporated "PACCAR" is recalling certain 2021-2025 Peterbilt 520, 579, and Kenworth T680 trucks. The high voltage "HV" contactors may open, causing a sudden loss of high voltage and a loss of drive power.
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Dealers will update the software and replace the electrical harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 23, 2025. Owners may contact Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220 and Kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 25PBC and 25KWC.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 'TTY 888-275-9171' or go to nhtsa.gov.
