Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2023 Peterbilt 579
NHTSA data on file today
The 2023 Peterbilt 579 has 11 NHTSA recall campaigns and 3 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #25V181000 High Voltage Failure Can Cause Loss of Drive Power NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #24V915000 Loss of ABS and Electronic Stability Control NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #24V190000 Improperly Crimped Connectors In Gear Shifter NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V653000 U-Bolt May Puncture Fuel Tank NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V423000 Alternator Positive Cable May Chafe and Cause Fire NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V185000 Stuck Park Valve Module May Cause Rollaway NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V007000 Loss of Electronic Stability Control/FMVSS 136 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V940000 Mirror May Detach and Become Road Hazard NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V779000 Display May Freeze/FMVSS 101 & 102 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V631000 Electrical Short Circuit May Cause Engine Stall NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V547000 Steering Gear Assembled Incorrectly NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Power Train 2 complaints
- Visibility/Wiper 1 complaint
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $15,000–$30,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2023 Peterbilt 579 faces several critical recalls involving its electrical, brake, and powertrain systems. Given the severity and potential safety issues, these factors significantly impact its reliability, earning it a below-average rating despite low complaint numbers.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| HV contactors | 20,000–40,000 miles | $500–$1,500 | common |
| Fuel tank | 30,000–50,000 miles | $800–$2,000 | occasional |
| Digital display | 10,000–20,000 miles | $300–$700 | occasional |
| Engine control module | 40,000–60,000 miles | $1,000–$2,500 | occasional |
| Parking brake module | 15,000–30,000 miles | $400–$1,000 | rare |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter change every 10,000 miles
- Brake inspection and replacement every 30,000 miles
- Transmission fluid change every 60,000 miles
- Replace air and fuel filters every 20,000 miles
- Cooling system flush every 60,000 miles
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Loss of drive power
- Stiff steering
- Brake warning lights
- Display screen freezing
- Unusual engine noise
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2023 Peterbilt 579 at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.