Recall 22V016000

STRUCTURE:BODY:STEP/LADDER

Report Date
20220118
Component
STRUCTURE:BODY:STEP/LADDER
Affected Vehicles
1 models

Defect Description

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.

Safety Consequence

A partially unsecured cab step can unexpectedly move while entering or exiting the cab, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

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.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2022 PETERBILT 579

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