Peterbilt 579 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

September 17, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

PACCAR Incorporated recalls 2017–2018 Peterbilt 579

Recall number

19V657000

Brand / firm

Peterbilt

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 12 units

Why it was recalled

Without a Electronic Stability Control system, there is a greater chance of loss of stability control, which increases the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Transportation Power, Inc. (TransPower) is recalling certain 2017-2018 electric trucks built on Peterbilt 579 chassis. The vehicles do not have stabilization hardware and software that interacts with the braking system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 136, "Electronic Stability Control Systems on Heavy Vehicles."

What to do

TransPower will notify owners, and dealers will install an Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system, free of charge. The recall began September 26, 2019. Owners may contact TransPower customer service at 1-858-248-4255.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.