Is This A Lemon?

NHTSA recall campaign

22V940000

ManufacturerPACCAR IncorporatedReported2022-12-16Affected2,565 vehicles

What was wrong

Defect

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Peterbilt 579 vehicles. The molded hood mirror assemblies may break at the pivot joint and, if unsecured by a harness or tether, can fall into the roadway.

Risk

A molded hood mirror that falls into the roadway can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect for a wire harness or tether and replace the hood mirror assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 14, 2023. Owners may contact Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 22PBF.

To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →

Affected vehicles

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