CarRecallWatchThe 2015 Peterbilt 579 has 9 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 fires.
The most-reported problem area is Suspension (1 report).
2015 Peterbilt 579 recalls
ABS warning light may stay off during power loss, raising crash risk
The anti-lock brake system (ABS) controller can lose battery or ignition power.
Battery Jumper Cable Can Chafe and Cause Fire Risk
Certain Peterbilt trucks with a left-hand under-hood jumper terminal may have a positive battery jumper terminal cable that is too long.
Trucks Missing Side Reflectors Can Be Harder to See
Certain heavy trucks built from 2013 to 2015 with side extender marker lights lack the required reflex reflectors on those extenders.
Spotlight Wiring Can Overheat and Cause a Cab Fire
A short circuit in the spotlight wiring on certain Peterbilt and Kenworth trucks may not be adequately protected.
Chafing Alternator Cable Can Cause Electrical Short and Fire
Certain Peterbilt trucks with extended-body Leece Neville alternators have alternator charge cables that may rub against a metal freon discharge line.
Alternator cable can chafe and cause a fire
The alternator charge cable on these trucks may rub against a metal freon discharge line.
Wrong tire pressure on label may cause tire failure
The tire and rim certification label on certain Peterbilt trucks may list a tire pressure lower than the correct amount.
Most common 2015 Peterbilt 579 problems
Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Suspension | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
What owners report
WE PURCHASED THIS TRUCK ON 4/09/21 AND ON 4/13/21 WHILE IT WAS PARKED AT THE YARD IT CUT ON FIRE BY ITSELF, NO EXTERNAL CAUSE OTHER THAN SOMETHING WRONG WITH THE TRUCK THAT WE WERE NOT TOLD OR AWARE. IT LOOKS LIKE IT COULD BE SOME DEFECTIVE PARTS FROM MANUFACTURE THAT HAVE 3 RECALLS THAT CAUSE FIRE. I WOULD LIKE TO CONDUCT AN INVESTIGATION AND FIND OUT THE OFFICIAL CAUSE. WE LOST OUR RETIREMENT FUNDS AND NOW NOBODY WANTS TO BE RESPONSABLE FOR. A WITNESS RECORDED A VIDEO AND YOU CAN CLEARLY SEE WHERE THE FIRE WAS COMING
DRIVER WAS DRIVING AND TRUCK JUST SHUT OFF, FORCING HIM TO SIDE OF ROAD, HAD TO GET TOWED DUE TO FACT THAT COULD NOT REPAIR. AT DEALER I AM TOLD FUEL PUMP LEAKED INTO ELECTRICAL HARNESS AND ECM. CAUSING TRUCK TO SHUT DOWN AND NOT START.
LEAKING FITTINGS ON TRANSMISSION COOLER CAUSED FLUID TO RUN OUT AND SEIZED TRANSMISSION, WHILE DRIVER WAS IN MOTION ON HIGHWAY, DUE TO BAD INSTALLATION AT FACTORY. UPON INSPECTION FOUND 3 OUT OF 5 TRUCKS WITH SAME PROBLEM. WARRANTY COVERAGE WAS DENIED BY EATON AND PETERBILT CLAIMING DRIVER ERROR.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 PETERBILT 579. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE DRIVER NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION, THE DRIVER NOTICED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE AXLE WAS ON FIRE. THE DRIVER WAS ABLE TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE. IN ADDITION, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED BUT FAILED TO RESPOND. THE CONTACT DID NOT DISCLOSE IF A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. IN ADDITION, THE FAILURE RECURRED AND BOTH FRONT AXLES CAUGHT FIRE. THE FIRE WAS EXTINGUISHED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED AGAIN TO A DEALER BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FA
2015 Peterbilt 579 questions
Does the 2015 Peterbilt 579 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls for the 2015 Peterbilt 579: ABS warning light may stay off during power loss, raising crash risk; Battery Jumper Cable Can Chafe and Cause Fire Risk; Trucks Missing Side Reflectors Can Be Harder to See; Spotlight Wiring Can Overheat and Cause a Cab Fire; Chafing Alternator Cable Can Cause Electrical Short and Fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Peterbilt 579?
Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (1), Power Train (1), Fuel System, Gasoline (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2015 Peterbilt 579 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.