PETERBILT 579 (2018) recall — Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
TransPower is recalling 2017-2018 Peterbilt 579 trucks without electronic stability control that could increase crash risk. Owners must have a free ESC system installed by dealers by September 26, 2019.
Use caution until it’s fixed
Without a Electronic Stability Control system, there is a greater chance of loss of stability control, which increases the risk of a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
TransPower is recalling certain 2017-2018 Peterbilt 579 trucks that lack electronic stability control. This increases crash risk during sudden maneuvers. Owners must have the ESC system installed by dealers by September 26, 2019. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1225275-peterbilt-579-2018-trucks-risk-of-crash-without-electronic-stability.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1225275-peterbilt-579-2018-trucks-risk-of-crash-without-electronic-stability · Updated October 5, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #19V657000
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“Peterbilt 579 (2018) trucks: Risk of crash without electronic stability control.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1225275-peterbilt-579-2018-trucks-risk-of-crash-without-electronic-stability. Based on NHTSA recall #19V657000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V657000).
Why it’s dangerous
These trucks lack electronic stability control hardware and software that interacts with the braking system. Without this system, the truck may lose stability during sudden maneuvers, increasing crash risk.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2017-2018 Peterbilt 579 trucks built on TransPower chassis. Commercial truck drivers using these vehicles are most at risk during sudden turns or braking.
How to tell if you have this one
Look for 2017-2018 Peterbilt 579 trucks built on TransPower chassis. The recall began September 26, 2019, and applies to vehicles that do not have the required ESC system.
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What to do — step by step
Contact TransPower
Call TransPower customer service at 1-858-248-4255 to schedule an ESC installation.
Get ESC installed
Dealers will install the Electronic Stability Control system free of charge.
by September 26, 2019
What NHTSA says to do
TransPower will notify owners, and dealers will install an Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system, free of charge. The recall began September 26, 2019. Owners may contact TransPower customer service at 1-858-248-4255.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
These trucks lack electronic stability control hardware and software that interacts with the braking system, failing to meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 136.
Do I need to stop using my truck immediately?
No, the recall requires dealers to install the ESC system by September 26, 2019. You can continue using the truck until then.
What happens if I don't get the ESC installed?
The truck may lose stability during sudden maneuvers, increasing crash risk. The remedy requires dealers to install the system by the deadline.
Contact Peterbilt
We’ve drafted a message you can send Peterbilt to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 19V657000 — Peterbilt Peterbilt Hello, I own a Peterbilt that is covered by recall 19V657000 from Peterbilt. The official recall notice states: TransPower will notify owners, and dealers will install an Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system, free of charge. The recall began September 26, 2019. Owners may contact TransPower customer service at 1-858-248-4255. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #19V657000 (September 17, 2019)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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