Peterbilt 579 years to avoid
Across 2006–2027, no single 579 year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 2018 drew the most complaints; 2027 the fewest.
55
Total complaints
60
Recall campaigns
2006–2027
Years covered
0
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Every 579 year
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 0 | 3 | |
| 2026 | 1 | 2 | |
| 2025 | 0 | 7 | |
| 2024 | 3 | 7 | |
| 2023 | 3 | 11 | |
| 2022 | 7 | 15 | |
| 2021 | 1 | 9 | |
| 2020 | 5 | 6 | |
| 2019 | 4 | 8 | |
| 2018 | 12 | 14 | |
| 2017 | 3 | 13 | |
| 2016 | 4 | 11 | |
| 2015 | 6 | 9 | |
| 2014 | 5 | 12 | |
| 2013 | 1 | 13 | |
| 2012 | 0 | 6 | |
| 2011 | 0 | 4 | |
| 2010 | 0 | 3 | |
| 2009 | 0 | 2 | |
| 2008 | 0 | 2 | |
| 2007 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2006 | 0 | 1 |
Common questions
What is the best year for the Peterbilt 579?
By complaint volume, 2027 has the cleanest NHTSA record among 579 years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Peterbilt 579 have?
Across all model years, the 579 has 60 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 55 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through August 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated August 28, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.