Peterbilt 587 problems by model year

Every Peterbilt 587 model year

Peterbilt 587 recalls

• Recall 20V199000Apr 6, 2020460,515 vehiclesModel years 2008–2019

  Risk: If the driver unknowingly operates the vehicle without the ABS functioning, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

• Recall 18V931000Dec 21, 201825,556 vehiclesModel years 2018–2019

  Risk: Unintended movement of a vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.

• Recall 18V657000Sep 21, 201848,896 vehiclesModel years 2017–2019

  Risk: 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.

• Recall 17V593000Sep 22, 201717,737 vehiclesModel years 2016

  Risk: If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.

• Recall 17V443000Jul 13, 20171,737 vehiclesModel years 2017–2018

  Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

• Recall 16V872000Dec 5, 20162,046 vehiclesModel years 2017

  Risk: 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.

• Recall 16V426000Jun 10, 20163,227 vehiclesModel years 2017

  Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

• Recall 15V641000Oct 9, 2015290 vehiclesModel years 2012–2013

  Risk: If the fifth wheel and locking mechanism are sufficiently damaged, the locking mechanism may fail to operate as intended and the trailer may unexpectedly detach from the tractor, increasing the risk of a crash.

• Recall 15V597000Sep 24, 2015354 vehiclesModel years 2016

  Risk: An engine that stalls without warning increases the risk of a crash.

• Recall 15V456000Jul 22, 2015288 vehiclesModel years 2012–2016

  Risk: If the alternator cable rubs through its insulation, an electrical short may occur, increasing the risk of a fire.

• Recall 15V310000May 26, 201530 vehiclesModel years 2013

  Risk: If the weld fails causing a loss of power to the rear wheels, the vehicle operator may be unable to move the vehicle, or may experience deceleration if the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

• Recall 15V270000May 8, 20151,494 vehiclesModel years 2011–2016

  Risk: If the alternator cable rubs through its insulation, an electrical short may occur, increasing the risk of a fire.

• Recall 15V132000Mar 6, 2015213,230 vehiclesModel years 2006–2016

  Risk: If the tires are underinflated due to the incorrect inflation pressure listed on the label, the truck may not be able to carry the maximum gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) load listed without experiencing tire failure which would increase the risk of a crash.

• Recall 14V810000Dec 29, 20141,623 vehiclesModel years 2015

  Risk: Brake drag may result in a wheel end fire.

• Recall 14V178000Apr 8, 201463 vehiclesModel years 2014–2015

  Risk: If both the fog lamps and high beams are illuminated at the same time, oncoming traffic may be blinded by the excessive light, increasing the risk of a crash.

• Recall 14V015000Jan 27, 2014827 vehiclesModel years 2013–2014

  Risk: If an occupant is using the door pull to assist in getting in or out of the vehicle, the sudden detachment of the pull handle may result in a fall, increasing the risk of injury.

• Recall 14V013000Jan 24, 201410,414 vehiclesModel years 2014

  Risk: If the latch plate remains partially engaged after the button is pressed, egress from the vehicle could be hindered which would increase the risk of injury in the event of an emergency.

• Recall 13V222000May 28, 20131,773 vehiclesModel years 2014

  Risk: Unintended engine startup could cause injury to a person working in the engine compartment. Vehicles with standard transmissions may experience unexpected movement, which may result in personal injury or a crash.

• Recall 13V091000Mar 13, 20132,509 vehiclesModel years 2013–2014

  Risk: In the event of a crash, a frayed seat belt could cause the belt to separate from the seat, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.

• Recall 12V026000Jan 30, 201215,932 vehiclesModel years 2012–2013

  Risk: Unexpected continuous brake application can cause the brakes to overheat and lead to a fire. Unexpected continuous brake application can cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Also, the brakes may be applied without illuminating the brake lights, failing to give proper warning to other drivers.

• Recall 11V380000Jul 21, 2011211 vehiclesModel years 2008–2011

  Risk: If the fast idle control function is engaged with the transmission in gear, the vehicle could unexpectedly accelerate and override the parking brake and , creating a risk of a crash and damage to other vehicles or property and the potential for injury to nearby pedestrians.

• Recall 11V331000Jun 23, 201172 vehiclesModel years 2012

  Risk: This can result in seam weld fracture when torque is applied. Once the tube seam weld is fractured, the driveline may become inoperable which may result in a disabled vehicle or debris from the driveline may fall on the roadway, both of which can increase the risk of a crash.

• Recall 11V127000Feb 23, 20114,664 vehiclesModel years 2007–2012

  Risk: The discharge of engine oil onto exhaust components which are hot, such as when the engine is under significant load, may cause a fire.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology