2017 Peterbilt 579 | 2018 Peterbilt 579 — Electronic stability control (esc)
Published September 18, 2019 · Recall initiated: September 17, 2019
Summary
NHTSA records recall 19V657000, published September 18, 2019 and initiated September 17, 2019. Recalling firm: PACCAR Incorporated; 2017 Peterbilt 579 | 2018 Peterbilt 579 — Electronic stability control (esc).
What's the hazard
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- PETERBILT
- Model
- 579
- Manufacturer
- PACCAR Incorporated
- Lot
- 2017 PETERBILT 579 | 2018 PETERBILT 579
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2017 Peterbilt 579 | 2018 Peterbilt 579 — Electronic stability control (esc) recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 19V657000 on September 18, 2019. Reported hazard: 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 should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: PETERBILT. Model: 579.