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The following TSB(s) may apply to your 2018 Peterbilt 579.
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Communication Number: 20PBA, Date: 2020-03-31
Category: 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Summary: Safety Recall Interim Bulletin: Peterbilt has decided that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, may exist in certain Model 365, 389, 567, and 579 vehicles manufactured between April 18, 2014 and September 30, 2019 with a left-ha
Communication Number: 43-066, Date: 2020-03-27
Category: 160000 STRUCTURE
Summary: DEF tank covers may become loose and potentially crack on vehicles built before October 2019 with DEF tank part number M86-6221-003**(TANK-DEF MEDIUM ASSY) and M86-6222-003**(TANK-DEF LARGE, ASSY). Resolution is to resolve the vibration on
Communication Number: 34-086, Date: 2020-03-26
Category: 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Summary: Fix as Fail: Peterbilt has determined in model 567 and 579 vehicles built after 2011, the door harnesses may fail due to repeated door open and close cycles. Resolution is to replace the door harness with a more robust designed harness if
Communication Number: 32-016, Date: 2020-03-17
Category: 350000 EQUIPMENT
Summary: Information Only: Proper jump-starting voltage will eliminate high voltage related issues and equipment damage.
Communication Number: 34-085, Date: 2020-03-03
Category: 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Summary: Information Only â¿¿ Vehicles may have the connector seals on the wheel speed sensor incorrectly installed, which may lead to water intrusion and corrosion in some vehicles.
Communication Number: 34-085, Date: 2020-03-03
Category: 180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Summary: Information Only â¿¿ Vehicles may have the connector seals on the wheel speed sensor incorrectly installed, which may lead to water intrusion and corrosion in some vehicles.
Communication Number: 34-085, Date: 2020-02-28
Category: 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Summary: Information Only: Vehicles may have the connector seal on the wheel speed sensor incorrectly installed, which may lead to sensor corrosion.
Communication Number: 34-085, Date: 2020-02-28
Category: 180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Summary: Information Only: Vehicles may have the connector seal on the wheel speed sensor incorrectly installed, which may lead to sensor corrosion.
Communication Number: 01-077, Date: 2019-12-20
Category: 117000 DIGITAL INSTRUMENT PANEL
Summary: Fix as Fail: Peterbilt has determined that model 567 and 579 vehicles built after January 01, 2013 and equipped with Espar fuel fire heater and SmartAir may have temperature overshoot issue. User may experience higher sleeper interior temp
Communication Number: 01-078, Date: 2019-12-20
Category: 117000 DIGITAL INSTRUMENT PANEL
Summary: Fix as Fail: Peterbilt has determined that certain models 567 and 579 vehicles built after January 01, 2013 with an Espar fuel fire heater and SmartAir may have an auto On/Off malfunction at lower temperatures. User may experience lack of
Communication Number: 03-071, Date: 2019-12-18
Category: 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE
Summary: Information Only - Vehicles built with NAMUX software from 2013 to present may experience accuracy issues with the tachometer. The issue can be temporarily resolved using any one of the included procedures.
Communication Number: 01-071, Date: 2019-11-22
Category: 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Summary: Fix as Fail: Certain Models 579 and 567 vehicles manufactured with a Cummins ISX-15 engine built before 11/05/2018 the evaporator core may crack. An improved suction line has been released to alleviate the stress that may cause a cracked e
Communication Number: 01-075, Date: 2019-11-06
Category: 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Summary: Information Only: This bulletin provides guidance for repairing an air-conditioning system after internal failure of the A/C compressor.
Communication Number: 02-152, Date: 2019-10-30
Category: 162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Summary: Fix as Fail: Certain model 579 trucks manufactured between September 5, 2014 and May 25, 2018 may have a faux door panel on the fairing with an insufficient weld that could result in the panel loosening. Resolution is to replace the appli
Communication Number: 16-041, Date: 2019-09-27
Category: 020000 SUSPENSION
Summary: Non Safety Campaign: Peterbilt has determined that certain Model 365, 384, 386, 388, 389, 3895, 587 and 579 vehicles built between March 27, 2012 and January 20, 2019 with Flex Air suspension in a 6x2 configuration have U-bolts that may fa
Communication Number: TIB43-062, Date: 2019-09-27
Category: 063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Summary: Information Only â¿¿ This bulletin provides information about the California Air Resources Board (CARB) Periodic Smoke Inspection Program (PSIP) and Heavy Duty Vehicle Inspection Program (HDVIP).
Communication Number: TIB43-062, Date: 2019-09-27
Category: 350000 EQUIPMENT
Summary: Information Only â¿¿ This bulletin provides information about the California Air Resources Board (CARB) Periodic Smoke Inspection Program (PSIP) and Heavy Duty Vehicle Inspection Program (HDVIP).
Communication Number: 26-034, Date: 2019-09-13
Category: 100000 POWER TRAIN
Summary: Fix as Fail: Certain model 579 and 567 vehicles equipped with Eaton Endurant or PACCAR AMT transmissions, built between 5/01/2017 and 4/07/2019, may have a fluid pressure sensor rubbing or experiencing hard interference with routing bracke
Communication Number: 26-034, Date: 2019-09-13
Category: 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Summary: Fix as Fail: Certain model 579 and 567 vehicles equipped with Eaton Endurant or PACCAR AMT transmissions, built between 5/01/2017 and 4/07/2019, may have a fluid pressure sensor rubbing or experiencing hard interference with routing bracke
Communication Number: 34-082, Date: 2019-08-30
Category: 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Summary: Fix as Fail Vehicles are susceptible to noise interference due to an incorrect V-Can wiring in the roof harness. A procedure for installing a V-CAN overlay will correct this issue.
Communication Number: 44-030, Date: 2019-08-30
Category: 080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Summary: Fix-As-Fail - Nylon fuel lines may be too short, potentially resulting in a cracked or loose, low pressure fuel fitting at the engine or fuel tank, which may introduce air into the fuel system resulting in a hard-to-start or no-start condit
Communication Number: 42-056, Date: 2019-08-28
Category: 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Summary: Fix-As-Fail -ÿ¿ Composite fittings used in the cooling system may crack, resulting in coolant leaks. Brass fittings are available to replace the composite fittings.
Communication Number: 42-058, Date: 2019-08-23
Category: 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Summary: Fix-As-Fail: Two separate causes have been identified as root cause of intermittent low coolant indicator illumination.
Communication Number: 02-150, Date: 2019-08-22
Category: 160000 STRUCTURE
Summary: Fix as Fail Vehicles equipped with chassis fairings may have battery box openings that allow debris to enter the box. A battery box closeout has been designed and when installed will prevent debris from entering the battery box.
Communication Number: 45-060, Date: 2019-08-22
Category: 160000 STRUCTURE
Summary: Non-Safety Campaign Vehicles were built with a ladder bracket to aide in the routing of engine harnesses could potentially cause damage to the engine harness and must be removed.
Communication Number: 45-060, Date: 2019-08-22
Category: 350000 EQUIPMENT
Summary: Non-Safety Campaign Vehicles were built with a ladder bracket to aide in the routing of engine harnesses could potentially cause damage to the engine harness and must be removed.
Communication Number: R1801, Date: 2019-08-16
Category: 010000 STEERING
Summary: Non-Safety Campaign: Vehicles built with pre-production steering column parts are updated with production quality components.
Communication Number: 01-073, Date: 2019-08-02
Category: 350000 EQUIPMENT
Summary: Fix as Fail HVAC system may demonstrate inadequate temperature control, be stuck in defrost mode, or have intermittent changes in fan speed that can be remedied with an updated HVAC software.
Communication Number: 01-073, Date: 2019-08-02
Category: 353600 EQUIPMENT:AIR CONDITIONER
Summary: Fix as Fail HVAC system may demonstrate inadequate temperature control, be stuck in defrost mode, or have intermittent changes in fan speed that can be remedied with an updated HVAC software.
Communication Number: 23-003, Date: 2019-07-22
Category: 100000 POWER TRAIN
Summary: Fix as Fail: Vehicles with Eaton Ultrashift Plus or Fuller Advantage Automated transmissions may display fault codes and/or have clutch release problems due to broken clutch levers. Resolution is to replace the clutch.
Communication Number: 34-066, Date: 2019-06-10
Category: 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Summary: Information Only - Quick Reference Guide for Electric harness damage repairs.
Communication Number: 34-077, Date: 2019-04-08
Category: 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Summary: Information Only: Proper instructions for closure of power distribution box cover to prevent corrosion.
Communication Number: 34-077, Date: 2019-04-08
Category: 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Summary: Information Only: Proper instructions for closure of power distribution box cover to prevent corrosion.
Communication Number: 18PBD, Date: 2019-01-21
Category: 150000 SEAT BELTS
Summary: Safety Recall Interim Notification: Seat belt buckle assemblies were glued and not sewn, allowing seat belt to come apart.
Communication Number: 18PBC, Date: 2019-01-09
Category: 120000 LIGHTING (PWS)
Summary: Safety Recall: Vehicles fail to confirm with FMVSS/CMVSS No 108 - Table 1-a requirements for intermediate side marker lamp and reflex reflector.
Communication Number: 18PBC, Date: 2019-01-09
Category: 350000 EQUIPMENT
Summary: Safety Recall: Vehicles fail to confirm with FMVSS/CMVSS No 108 - Table 1-a requirements for intermediate side marker lamp and reflex reflector.
Communication Number: 18PBC, Date: 2019-01-09
Category: 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Summary: Safety Recall: Vehicles fail to confirm with FMVSS/CMVSS No 108 - Table 1-a requirements for intermediate side marker lamp and reflex reflector.
Communication Number: 13-049, Date: 2019-01-04
Category: 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE
Summary: Information: Bendix ACOM Software version 6.16.5.0 for diagnostics may introduce an unrecoverable error. Notice to dealers to replace this version with older software version until Bendix introduces new version.
Communication Number: 34-068, Date: 2019-01-04
Category: 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Summary: Non-Safety Campaign: Vehicles equipped with Cummins ISX12 engines may have missing line heater fuses or relays.
Communication Number: 34-070, Date: 2018-10-10
Category: 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Summary: Fix as Fail: DAVIE4 Service Tool is unable to support software updates on VECU's with Incorrect Hardware Part Numbers
Communication Number: 03-064, Date: 2018-07-23
Category: 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Summary: Information - Recommended Practices for Updating ESA Software
Communication Number: 32-010, Date: 2018-04-06
Category: 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Summary: Information only - Customer installed inverters may be wired incorrectly.
Communication Number: 32-010, Date: 2018-04-06
Category: 111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY
Summary: Information only - Customer installed inverters may be wired incorrectly.
Communication Number: 32-010, Date: 2018-04-06
Category: 114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Summary: Information only - Customer installed inverters may be wired incorrectly.
Communication Number: 15-17, Date: 2018-02-09
Category: 121300 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:HIGH/LOW BEAM DIMMER SWITCH
Summary: Fix-As-Fail - Low Beam Headlamp Bulb Diagnosis (Inspect Bulb and Connector)
Communication Number: 19-17, Date: 2017-12-13
Category: 354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
Summary: Informational Only - Peterbilt 579 aero bumper radar cover license plate grommets require 1/4"x 20 x 3/4"long fasteners.
Communication Number: 15-16, Date: 2017-09-27
Category: 063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Summary: Fix-As-Fail: Repair for horizontal exhaust diffuser configurations with broken brackets or cracked diffuser.
Communication Number: 18-16, Date: 2016-11-07
Category: 350000 EQUIPMENT
Summary: FIX-AS-FAIL: AN INTERNAL ISSUE MAY CAUSE SOME HVAC MODE DOOR ACTUATORS TO FAIL. THIS WILL CAUSE THE HVAC SYSTEM TO ACT ERRATICALLY OR CONSTANTLY TURN ON AND OFF.
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