Recall 19V733000

VISIBILITY

Report Date

20191015

Component

VISIBILITY

Affected Vehicles

1 models

Defect Description

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2020 Peterbilt 579 vehicles equipped with a sleeper box. The conspicuity tape may have been installed in the incorrect location, affecting the vehicle's visibility to other drivers on the road. 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."

Safety Consequence

Reduced visibility increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will install additional conspicuity tape on back of sleeper in correct location, free of charge. The recall began November 4, 2019. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 19PBE.

Affected Vehicles

Year	Make	Model
2020	PETERBILT	579

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.