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2024 PETERBILT 579

VIN 1XPBD49X4RD685788

2 recalls apply
VIN
1XPBD49X4RD685788
Year/Make
2024 PETERBILT
Inspections
6
Open recalls
2

What this means

1XPBD49X4RD685788 decodes to a 2024 PETERBILT 579. 6 roadside inspections on FMCSA record. Zero out-of-service results — clean inspection history for the operating carrier(s). 2 NHTSA recalls matche the year/make/model — verify whether your VIN was serviced.

What this VIN is

2024 PETERBILT 579 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 1XPBD49X4RD685788. It is a truck-tractor built by PETERBILT MOTORS COMPANY at the DENTON, TEXAS plant. Powertrain: ISX/ISX15/X15 engine, 14.9L displacement, running on diesel. Its gross vehicle weight rating (Class 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above)) places it in Class 8 heavy-duty (33,001 lb GVWR and above) — the line-haul tractor / heavy straight-truck tier.

Roadside inspection & out-of-service record

This specific vehicle appears in 6 FMCSA roadside inspections between 2024-09-05 and 2026-02-12. Across those inspections it was never placed out of service — a clean roadside record for the operating carrier(s), which is a positive signal for maintenance and compliance. Of 1 recorded violation, the most come from Unsafe Driving (1). These are FMCSA BASIC safety categories — the same buckets that drive a carrier’s CSA score.

Operator history

This VIN has been operated by 2 different carriers in our records: PAM CARTAGE CARRIERS LLC, PAM TRANSPORT INC. A vehicle that changes operators can carry its inspection and maintenance history across fleets — useful context when vetting a used purchase or investigating an incident.

Recalls & owner complaints

2 NHTSA safety recalls have been issued for the 2024 PETERBILT 579 platform. The most recent, 25V436000, concerns paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain 2024-2026 kenworth t480, t680, t880, w990, peterbilt 520, 536, 537, 548, 567, 579, 589, 20… Recalls are issued by make/model/year and may apply only to a specific build range — confirm at nhtsa.gov/recalls whether this exact VIN was included and remedied. Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA against this make/model/year — a leading indicator of recurring defects worth checking before purchase.

How to use this report

If you’re buying this truck: its clean out-of-service record is encouraging, but still verify current condition with an independent pre-purchase inspection. If you’re investigating an incident: the operator history above links to the carrier’s full FMCSA profile, where you can review authority, insurance, and crash records. This page aggregates public FMCSA roadside data and NHTSA vPIC decode for this VIN; it is informational and not a substitute for a title search or a hands-on inspection.

Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
MakePETERBILT
Model579
Model Year2024
Vehicle TypeTRUCK
NHTSA’s top-level vehicle category derived from the VIN.
Body ClassTruck-Tractor
The body style NHTSA assigns from the VIN — e.g. truck-tractor, straight truck, or cutaway.
G V W RClass 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above)
Class 8 heavy-duty (33,001 lb GVWR and above) — the line-haul tractor / heavy straight-truck tier
ManufacturerPETERBILT MOTORS COMPANY
The legal manufacturer of record in NHTSA’s database.
Plant CityDENTON
Where the chassis was assembled — useful for verifying the VIN against the build record.
Plant StateTEXAS
Plant CountryUNITED STATES (USA)
Engine ModelISX/ISX15/X15
The engine family installed at the factory — a major driver of resale value and parts availability.
Engine ConfigurationIn-Line
Cylinder layout (e.g. inline-6), the dominant configuration in Class 8 diesels.
Engine Cylinders6
Displacement L14.9
Engine displacement in liters — bigger generally means more torque for heavy loads.
Fuel Type PrimaryDiesel
Primary fuel — diesel dominates heavy trucking; CNG/electric change maintenance and range.
Brake System TypeAir
Air vs hydraulic brakes — air brakes are standard on heavy trucks and require an endorsement.
Drive Type6x4
Axle drive configuration (e.g. 6x4), which affects traction and fuel economy.
FMCSA BASIC safety category breakdown
BASIC CategoryViolationsStatus
Unsafe Driving1— Minor
Vehicle Maintenance0✓ Clean
Driver Fitness0✓ Clean
Fatigued Driving (HOS)0✓ Clean
Controlled Substances0✓ Clean
Hazmat0✓ Clean
Operator history — 2 carriers operated this VIN
Operated by PAM CARTAGE CARRIERS LLC (DOT 616877)2026-01-29 → 2026-02-12
2 inspections · 0 OOS · 1 violations
Operated by PAM TRANSPORT INC (DOT 179752)2024-09-05 → 2025-09-19
4 inspections · 0 OOS · 0 violations
Related vehicles
Other vehicles operated by PAM CARTAGE CARRIERS LLC
2 recall(s) matching this make/model/year
NHTSA Campaign
25V436000

Issue: PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Kenworth T480, T680, T880, W990, Peterbilt 520, 536, 537, 548, 567, 579, 589, 2025 Kenworth T180, Peterbilt 535, 2025-2026 Kenworth T280, T380 and L770 vehicles. The tail brake light, upper and lower beam headlights, reverse light, and turn

Risk: Delayed and unsteady headlights can result in insufficient illumination of the road, decreasing the driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, an unexpected position change of the lift axles may increase the risk of injury.

Fix: Dealers will update the VCU software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed August 19, 2025. Owners may contact Kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888 and Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 2

NHTSA Campaign
24V044000

Issue: PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Kenworth T280, T380, T480, T680, T880, L770, W990, and 2024-2025 Peterbilt 389, 520, 535, 536, 537, 548, 567, 579, 589 trucks. The steering gear assemblies may have been assembled incorrectly with fewer recirculating balls than are require

Risk: A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the steering gears as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 20, 2024. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220 and/or Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does VIN 1XPBD49X4RD685788 decode to?
VIN 1XPBD49X4RD685788 decodes to a 2024 PETERBILT 579 — body: Truck-Tractor; GVWR: Class 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above); engine: ISX/ISX15/X15; fuel: Diesel. The full NHTSA vPIC spec sheet (engine, weight rating, plant, brakes, axles) is shown above. The decode is derived directly from the 17-character VIN, so it reflects how the vehicle left the factory.
Does VIN 1XPBD49X4RD685788 have a clean inspection record?
Across 6 FMCSA roadside inspections in our window, this vehicle was never placed out of service. That’s a positive maintenance-and-compliance signal for the operating carrier, though it only covers inspections where the truck was actually pulled in — not its entire life.
Which carriers have operated VIN 1XPBD49X4RD685788?
Our records show this VIN operated under 2 different DOT numbers — listed with links in the operator-history section above. Trucks change operators through sale, lease-on, or repossession; the FMCSA inspection record follows the vehicle, which is why one VIN can appear under multiple carriers.
Are there recalls on VIN 1XPBD49X4RD685788?
2 NHTSA recalls match the 2024 PETERBILT 579 make/model/year, summarized above with the defect and remedy. Recalls apply by build range, so enter this exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm whether it was included and whether the fix was performed.
How complete is this data for VIN 1XPBD49X4RD685788?
We aggregate FMCSA roadside inspection records that name this VIN (a rolling 24-month window) plus the NHTSA vPIC factory decode and recall/complaint matches by make/model/year. If the truck wasn’t inspected during the window it won’t show inspection activity. For title history and ownership, use a state DMV request or a paid VIN-history service.

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