PACCAR Incorporated – Cab Entry Step May Unexpectedly Move

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2022 Peterbilt 579 vehicles equipped with chassis fairings. The bolts that hold the chassis fairing step assembly in the closed position may loosen and fracture the latch attachment, causing the fairing assembly to flex.


Report Received Date 01/18/2022
NHTSA ID 22V016000
Consequence Summary A partially unsecured cab step can unexpectedly move while entering or exiting the cab, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action Dealers will add new fasteners and a bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 11, 2022. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 22PBA.
Recall Code 22PBA
Potentially Affected 3511
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=22V016000)

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