Safety Recall NHTSA · 22V940000 Reported December 16, 2022

Mirror may detach and become road hazard

Paccar Incorporated · Visibility · 2,565 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
22V940000
Manufacturer Campaign
22PBF
Manufacturer
Component
Visibility
Vehicles Affected
2,565
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
December 16, 2022
Completion Rate
84.91

Defect Summary

Paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain 2022-2023 peterbilt 579 vehicles. the molded hood mirror assemblies may break at the pivot joint and, if unsecured by a harness or tether, can fall into the roadway.

Safety Consequence

A molded hood mirror that falls into the roadway can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect for a wire harness or tether and replace the hood mirror assembly as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed february 14, 2023. owners may contact peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220. paccar's number for this recall is 22pbf.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Paccar Incorporated dealer and reference recall ID 22V940000 or campaign 22PBF.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 22V940000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 22V940000?

NHTSA recall 22V940000 was issued by Paccar Incorporated on December 16, 2022. It addresses: Mirror may detach and become road hazard. The recall affects approximately 2,565 vehicles, with the defect involving the Visibility component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Paccar Incorporated dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 22V940000 or the manufacturer campaign number 22PBF. 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.