2026 Peterbilt 579 Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2026 Peterbilt 579.

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Complaints
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Crashes
0
Fires
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Injuries
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Fatalities
Recalls
1

Worst 2026 Peterbilt 579 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#11 complaints

SERVICE BRAKES

Avg mileage:200 mi
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SERVICE BRAKES
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200

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Recalls for 2026 Peterbilt 579

1 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~56,260 vehicles.

25V436000EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
~56,260 affected

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Kenworth T480, T680, T880, W990, Peterbilt 520, 536, 537, 548, 567, 579, 589, 2025 Kenworth T180, Peterbilt 535, 2025-2026 Kenworth T280, T380 and L770 vehicles. The tail brake light, upper and lower beam headlights, reverse light, and turn signal may not illuminate as intended. In addition, the lift axles, if lowered, may revert to a raised position, or oscillate up and down when the signal warning lights are activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices and Associated Equipment."

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