Kenworth Recalls

2018–2023 Kenworth Kenworth T360 T360, T360A

A manufacturing defect in the vehicle’s air system may experience a delay in charging the front brake circuit. This could result in a loss of braking performance of the front brakes. Rear axle and trailer braking are not impacted by this issue.

2020 Kenworth Various

Due to the improper assembly of a single check valve incorporated into the pneumatic braking circuit internal components may become dislodged. This can result in unintended braking application.

2008–2020 Kenworth Unknown

A pneumatic valve in the Hill Start Assist system may be incorrectly connected.

0 Kenworth SAF HOLLAND

Retaining bolts for the pivot pins may not be fitted.

0 Kenworth T359 & T403

The Cummins ISMe5 engine software can allow the engine to operate without the use of diesel exhaust fluid.

0 Kenworth T359, T409, T409SAR, T659, T909, K200

Faulty ABS pressure modulation valves on drive axles.

0 Kenworth T402, K108

The affected vehicles are not compliant with the latest ADR regulations. The vehicles are fitted with a lap belt on the passenger side instead of a lap sash belt as per ADR regulations.

0 Kenworth T3 & T4 Series

The turbo heat shield mounting could break and cause the steering shaft to jam; this may require extra effort to turn the vehicle

0 Kenworth K108 & K104B

The clip that holds the Variable Valve Actuator (VVA) oil supply line is missing. The omission of the VVA oil line clip could result in premature wear of the line causing an oil leak and potential fire hazard.

0 Kenworth All models except T350

In certain TAS85 steering gears an incorrect profile on the sector shaft gear may lead to chipping and damage of the gear. These chips can cause the steering to bind or stick during a turn. The 'bind/stick' condition could result in a decrease of vehicle control.

0 Kenworth K104, T3 Series, T4 Series, T6 Series

The lower front shock absorber mounting bracket has been incorrectly manufactured and may fail as a result. If this happens it could potentially foul the steering linkage impeding vehicle control.

0 Kenworth Various

A manufacturing fault has occurred in some battery isolation switches that allows some current flow through the switch when in an isolated state.

0 Kenworth K104B

Kenworth has received reports that battery and toolbox covers on some K104B models can become inadequately secured and come adrift of the vehicle while driving.

0 Kenworth Twin Steer (8X4) Cab over

The left hand lower front axle shock absorber mount can, over an extended period, experience fatigue failure. If this happens it could potentially foul the steering linkage impeding vehicles control.

0 Kenworth Various

Instances have occurred where a truck's power supply has been shut down due to the roll-over sensor tripping in other than roll-over situations. Should the Battery Isolation switch be turned off by the sensor, all electrical power is lost.

0 Kenworth Various

These vehicles were built without Quick Release Air Valves in the rear braking system.

0 Kenworth Various

A truck's ABS system typically includes 4 pressure modulation valves which regulate the air pressure supply to individual brakes thereby limiting wheel lockup under severe braking conditions. Incorrect 24 volt valves have been supplied instead of the correct ones.

0 Kenworth K104

Bendix hand brake control valve may have faulty internal casting that restricts air flow.

0 Kenworth Various

Potential fatigue cracking in steer arms.

0 Kenworth Airglide 200 Suspension

Failure May Occur Of The Torque Rod Pin That Assists In The Location Of The Rear Drive Axles,

0 Kenworth Trucks

The Tool Used To Torque Bolts Which Secure The 5th Wheel To The Chassis Rail Angles Was Out Of Calibration Resulting In Inconsistent Torque.

0 Kenworth Airglide 200 Suspension

Stress Corrosion Cracking And Bending Fatigue Can Occur Causing Sway Bar Arm Studs To Fail Resulting In Reduced Directional Stability Of The Truck.

0 Kenworth Airglide 200

Potential For Some Torque Rod Bolts To Not Clamp Correctly Due To The Bolt Bottoming Out On Its Shank At The End Of The Thread.

0 Kenworth Detroit, Caterpillar

Foot Pedals Manufactured With Coiled-wire Type Return Springs Suspected Of Having Out Of Specification Heat Treatment.

0 Kenworth Truck, Bus, Trailers

A Substandard Weld May Lead To Weld Separation At The Rim And Subsequent Loss Of Vehicle Control.

0 Kenworth Airglide Suspension

Kenworth Trucks Manufactured With An Airglide 100 Rear Axle Suspension May Contain A Defective Stabilizer Bar.

0 Kenworth Detroit, Caterpillar Engine

Pedal Springs May Fail Causing Pedal To Go To Full Throttle Resulting In Loss Of Control Of The Vehicle.

0 Kenworth Conventional

Trucks Built Between 1 Apr 87 & 30 Jan 88 - Drivers Seat Belt Is Of Insufficient Web Length & Restricts Its Use.

0 Kenworth Trucks

Reduced Design Strength Of Steering Arm & Tie Rod Arms On Front Steering Axles.

0 Kenworth Hendrickson Suspension

Bolt On Trucks With Kenworth K6-60 Or Hendrickson Suspensions May Fail Due To Incorrect Heat Treatment.