Transmission shifter illumination
Defect Summary
Paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain model year 2014 peterbilt 567 and 579 model chassis manufactured january 29, 2013, through october 9, 2013, and equipped with allison-brand transmissions. the affected vehicles may be missing the wiring that illuminates the shifter pad backlighting. as such, the chassis fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard number 101, "controls and displays."
Safety Consequence
Without the transmission shifter being illuminated, the driver may not be able to easily identify what gear the vehicle is in, which could result in cause unintentional vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Paccar will notify owners and dealers will install the missing wiring, free of charge. the recall began on march 11, 2014. owners may contact paccar at 1-940-591-4220. paccar's number for this recall is 1213h.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Paccar Incorporated or involving Power Train.
FAQ: Recall 14V036000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V036000?
NHTSA recall 14V036000 was issued by Paccar Incorporated on February 5, 2014. It addresses: Transmission shifter illumination. The recall affects approximately 35 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Paccar Incorporated dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14V036000 or the manufacturer campaign number 1213H. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.