NHTSA Recall 19V733000: Visibility
PACCAR Incorporated reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 248 vehicles. It affects 2020 Peterbilt 579.
| NHTSA campaign | 19V733000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 19PBE |
| Component | VISIBILITY |
| Report received | October 15, 2019 |
| Owner notification | November 4, 2019 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2020 Peterbilt 579 vehicles equipped with a sleeper box. The conspicuity tape may have been installed in the incorrect location, affecting the vehicle's visibility to other drivers on the road. 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 risk
Reduced visibility increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will install additional conspicuity tape on back of sleeper in correct location, free of charge. The recall began November 4, 2019. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 19PBE.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 19V733000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Peterbilt 579 | 2020 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.