NHTSA vehicle safety data
2017 Peterbilt 587 Recalls & Complaints
The 2017 Peterbilt 587 has 5 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Peterbilt dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2017 Peterbilt 587. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2017 Peterbilt 587 owner complaints
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2017 Peterbilt 587, describing incidents dated February 22, 2019.
Most-cited components
- Electrical System 1 complaint
Newest complaints
ODI #11182068 · Filed
THE CLIMATE CONTROL MODULE FOR THE CAB, AND THE BUNK KEEP SHORTING OUT. THE FAN SPEED CONTROL LITERALLY MELTS. THE CONTROL STICKS THEN STARTS SMOKING. I HAVE HAD PETERBILT REPLACE IT, BUT IT KEEPS GOING OUT. I'M AFRAID IT'S GOING TO BURN THE TRUCK UP WHILE I'M ASLEEP.
NHTSA defect investigations
NHTSA's investigations file lists the 2017 Peterbilt 587 in 1 investigation. A listed model year means only that an investigation names it; it says nothing about any particular vehicle. An open investigation is not a finding that a safety defect exists, and NHTSA can close one without a recall.
- Preliminary Evaluation PE20-015: Quarter Fender Failures
Closed October 14, 2021
Driver not Warned when ABS Offline/FMVSS 121, 136
NHTSA #20V199000 · Electronic Stability Control (ESC) · NHTSA notice
Reported April 6, 2020 · PACCAR Incorporated
Potentially affected: 460,515 vehicles
Repair completion: 33.98% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 20pbc AND 20KWB · Owners notified May 26, 2020
Defect description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2008-2019 Peterbilt 330, 335, 337, 340, 348, 365, 367, 384, 386, 387, 388, 389, 567, 579 and 587 vehicles and 2008-2020 Kenworth T170, T270, T370, T660, T680, T800, T880, and W900 vehicles equipped with NAMUX Software. In the event that the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) loses battery and/or ignition power to the controller, the dash warning light for the ABS may not illuminate to warn the driver of the loss of ABS. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems," and 136, "Electronic Stability Control System on Heavy Vehicles."
Safety consequence
If the driver unknowingly operates the vehicle without the ABS functioning, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will update the NAMUX software within the cab control module, free of charge. PACCAR issued owners an interim notification on June 4, 2020. The recall began May 26, 2020. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888 or Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 20pbc AND 20KWB.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Fuel Line may Burst if Filter Screen Clogs
NHTSA #18V657000 · Engine and Engine Cooling — Engine — Diesel · NHTSA notice
Reported September 21, 2018 · PACCAR Incorporated
Potentially affected: 48,896 vehicles
Manufacturer campaign 18E081 · Owners notified November 21, 2018 · Vehicles built January 26, 2016 – July 30, 2018 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Kenworth C500, T600, T660, T680, T800, T880 and W900 trucks, as well as Peterbilt 367, 386, 389, 567, 579 and 587 trucks, equipped with Cummins ISX15 or X15 diesel engines. In certain driving conditions, such as on a long down-hill grade, the fuel line may burst if the fuel pump cooling circuit screen becomes restricted.
Safety consequence
If the fuel line bursts, fuel may leak onto the road resulting in a roadway hazard for other motorists. The engine may also stall without warning, resulting in the vehicle's inability to restart, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Cummins will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspect fuel pump cooling circuit screen, free of charge. The recall began November 21, 2018. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 18E081.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Fuel Pump May Fail
NHTSA #17V443000 · Fuel System, Diesel · NHTSA notice
Reported July 13, 2017 · PACCAR Incorporated
Potentially affected: 1,737 vehicles
Manufacturer campaign C1909 · Owners notified July 1, 2017 · Vehicles built December 20, 2016 – April 17, 2017 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Peterbilt 367, 389, 567, 579 and 587 trucks, and 2018 Kenworth C500, T680, T800, T880 and W900 trucks equipped with Cummins ISX 15L engines. These engines have a fuel pump whose drive gear could possibly slip on its drive shaft, causing a fuel pump function loss, resulting in an engine stall.
Safety consequence
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Cummins will notify the vehicle purchaser, and Cummins dealers will replace the fuel pumps, free of charge. The recall began July 1, 2017. Owners may contact Cummins customer service at 1-800-286-6467 or PACCAR customer service at 1-425-468-7400. PACCAR's number for this recall is C1909.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Brake Lights may not Illuminate/FMVSS 108
NHTSA #16V872000 · Exterior Lighting — Brake Lights — Switch · NHTSA notice
Reported December 5, 2016 · PACCAR Incorporated
Potentially affected: 2,046 vehicles
Repair completion: 56.01% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 816-F · Owners notified January 26, 2017 · Vehicles built April 20, 2016 – June 13, 2016 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2017 Peterbilt 325, 330, 337, 348, 365, 367, 386, 389, and 587 vehicles manufactured April 20, 2016, to June 13, 2016. The brake lights may not illuminate when the brakes are applied. 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
If the brake lights do not illuminate when the brakes are applied, other drivers will be unaware the vehicle is stopping, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace any brake light switches with date code 08-01760, free of charge. The recall began on January 26, 2017. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4000. Paccar's number for this recall is 816-F.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Defective Engine Control Module may Cause Stall
NHTSA #16V426000 · Electrical System — Ignition — Module · NHTSA notice
Reported June 10, 2016 · PACCAR Incorporated
Potentially affected: 3,227 vehicles
Manufacturer campaign 616-C and 16KWB · Owners notified July 8, 2016 · Vehicles built March 10, 2016 – May 6, 2016 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2017 Kenworth C500, T660, T680, T800, T880, and W900 vehicles manufactured March 9, 2016, to April 26, 2016 and 2017 Peterbilt 320, 365, 367, 389, 567, 579, and 587 vehicles manufactured March 10, 2016, to May 6, 2016. The affected vehicles are equipped with Cummins ISX12 or ISX15 engines and have an engine control module (ECM) that may short circuit, causing the engine to stall without warning without the ability to restart it.
Safety consequence
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Cummins will notify owners, and Cummins dealers will replace the defective engine control modules, free of charge. The began on July 8, 2016. Owners may contact Cummins customer service at 1-800-343-7357, Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000 or Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4000. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 16KWB (Kenworth) and 616-C (Peterbilt).
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.go
Other Peterbilt 587 model years
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