Consumer Complaints

Vehicles / Kenworth
Id Vehicle Make Vehicle Model Model Year Complaint Summary
006111885 KENWORTH W900 2000 Tl*the contact owns a 2000 kenworth w900. the contact stated that the frame rail failed on three occasions. the dealer replaced them each time. the
005109965 KENWORTH T600 2005 Tl*the contact owns a 2005 kenworth t600. while driving 45 mph, the vehicle overheated. the contact was able to drive the vehicle approximately 15
901108675 KENWORTH C500 2007 CUSTOMER WANTS TO KNOW IF SAFETY RECALL 07V217000 WAS THE LAST RECALL**CC *TR
007104954 KENWORTH T2000 1999 1999 kenworth conventional. consumer states that while driving he noticed a strange smell coming from the truck consumer pulled over the truck had
006079507 KENWORTH W900L 1999 Dt*: the contact stated while checking the oil, the hood was lifted and the contact noticed the frame rail was fractured on the passenger side. the
006070890 KENWORTH W900 1995 '95 kenworth w900l - frame "broke" just behind spring hanger on drivers side - had it repaired @ inland- kenworth phoenix, az. this could have broken
006057207 KENWORTH W900L 1999 Dt*: the contact owns a 1999 kenworth w900l, and stated the hood would not shut because the frame cracked. the crack occurred 10 inches behind the
005036206 KENWORTH T800 2005 2004 and 2005 t800 kenworth trucks developed a problem when backing up there is a twisting of the engine and frame.***no answer required***. *mr the
005036205 KENWORTH T800 2005 2004 and 2005 t800 kenworth trucks developed a problem when backing up there is a twisting of the engine and frame.***no answer required***. *mr the
005036204 KENWORTH T800 2005 2004 and 2005 t800 kenworth trucks developed a problem when backing up there is a twisting of the engine and frame.***no answer required***. *mr the
005036203 KENWORTH T800 2005 2004 and 2005 t800 kenworth trucks developed a problem when backing up there is a twisting of the engine and frame.***no answer required***. *mr the
005016627 KENWORTH T800 2004 Sudden full uncontrolled acceleration brought on by a rear end collision while my vehicle was stopped in traffic. dump truck with allison automatic
005004333 KENWORTH T300 2004 Fire involving 2004 kenworth t-300 tractor. fire occurred on 01/15/05. your recall number 04v580000 of dec 09, 2004 should apply to this vehicle, but
004302907 KENWORTH T2000 2004 While driving 65-70 mph lost steering control and vehicle wandered across the road. vehicle had been to the dealer on two separate occasions. dealer
901296410 KENWORTH T2000 2003 Problems with with kenworth t2000.*mr this trailer is equipped with turn signal indicatior that sound like alarm clocks when activated. when the
004273000 KENWORTH W900 2004 This had happened to my parents. my dad drives a kenworth t2000 it is a brand new 2004. my dad was parking his truck for the night in waco, tx when he
003266300 KENWORTH W900 2003 While driving at night the headlights shut off without warning. this forced the driver to pull off the road because the lack of visibility. consumer
004266299 KENWORTH T800 2003 While driving at night the headlights shut off without warning. this forced the driver to pull off the road, because lack of visibility. consumer
004261016 KENWORTH T800 1999 recently one of my tractors equipped with a catepillar engine had a major engine failure which caused my driver to make an emergency stop along a
003259941 KENWORTH T2000 2003 WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNDETERMINED SPEED VEHICLE STALLED, CAUSING THE CONSUMER TO PULL OFF THE ROAD. CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A MECHANIC. *AK
003250838 KENWORTH T2000 2000 Control module for b panel accessory guages has failed twice within one year. b panel guages are not essential to operation however they provide
003239820 KENWORTH CONVENTIONAL 2003 FIFTH WHEEL LOCKING PIN FAILED CAUSING TRAILER TO SEPARATE FROM TRACTOR.*MR (KENWORTH CONVENTIONAL 2003)*TS *JB
002225690 KENWORTH T600 2003 Failure of jake brakes on 2003 kenworth t-600. the jake brakes on my kenworth failed to come on. i directed it to the kenworth dealership in
002225689 KENWORTH T600 2003 Failure of jake brakes on 2003 kenworth t-600. the jake brakes on my kenworth failed to come on. i directed it to the kenworth dealership in
002219686 KENWORTH T2000 1998 I had a fuel line failure on my 98 kenworth t2000 with a 60 series detroit engine. the fuel line is routed behind the starter and it ruptured do to
003213184 KENWORTH W900 2000 Consumer states that he is having electrical problems with his big rig. he states that he can be driving down the road and the lights cut off, then
002188987 KENWORTH W900 2002 CONSUMER NOTICED AT HOME. THE FRONT CHASSIS WAS BROKE HE COULD KILL MANY PEOPLE. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. TS
001185071 KENWORTH W900 2000 Consumer states that the engine would stalls while driving 55-60 mph. vehicle has been to the dealer and the problem reoccurring. feel free to provide
002176920 KENWORTH W900 2000 while driving at low speed of 20 mph or less right front tie rod end broke, and caused loss of steering. dealer contacted. feel free to provide any
0000159878 KENWORTH W900 1999 Frame rail under hood flexes too much. when driving vehicle hood comes up. when driving down the road vehicle feels as though its going turn over
0000159876 KENWORTH W900 1999 Frame rail under hood flexes too much. when driving vehicle hood comes up. when driving down the road vehicle feels as though its going turn over
0000159193 KENWORTH T800 1999 Wheel bearings keep failing, steering tires keep getting eaten up, which causes vehicle to pull to right, when this happens brakes would chatter due
998155780 KENWORTH W900L 1997 Frame extension for vehicle broke six times in four years where steering box was attached to frame. dealership has repaired this on each
998155779 KENWORTH W900L 1997 Frame extension for vehicle broke six times in four years where steering box was attached to frame. dealership has repaired this on each
001143576 KENWORTH T600 1999 During normal operation of vehicle, there is a noise being emitted from rear due to gears in rear have become stripped. manufacturer has informed
001143575 KENWORTH T600 1999 During normal operation of vehicle, there is a noise being emitted from rear due to gears in rear have become stripped. manufacturer has informed
001143177 KENWORTH W900 2000 Consumer received recall 01v051000. she made an appointment with dealership regarding this recall, and dealership informed her they had no
000128823 KENWORTH W900 1999 TIRES ARE WEARING OUT FAST, CONSUMER HAS PUT THREE SETS OF TIRES ON VEHICLE WITHIN THE LAST YEAR.*AK
999107415 KENWORTH T800 1999 VEHICLE EXPERIENCING ONGOING PROBLEM WITH VEHICLE CONTINUALLY PULLING TO THE RIGHT WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK
000100163 KENWORTH W900 2000 Kenworth has a reputation of putting a custumer off untill warranty is out. all of these problems where to be addressed. and there are more. hard to
000100162 KENWORTH W900 2000 Kenworth has a reputation of putting a custumer off untill warranty is out. all of these problems where to be addressed. and there are more. hard to
000100161 KENWORTH W900 2000 Kenworth has a reputation of putting a custumer off untill warranty is out. all of these problems where to be addressed. and there are more. hard to
000100160 KENWORTH W900 2000 Kenworth has a reputation of putting a custumer off untill warranty is out. all of these problems where to be addressed. and there are more. hard to
000100158 KENWORTH W900 2000 Kenworth has a reputation of putting a custumer off untill warranty is out. all of these problems where to be addressed. and there are more. hard to
002098958 KENWORTH T2000 1998 NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
002087710 KENWORTH T800 1994 This was a steer tire on a big rig the potential for loss of life and property could have been catstrophic.*ak (dot number: mj4k39aw16 tiresize:
001083040 KENWORTH T800B 2000 Tractor nan fully loaded belly dump trailer were descending an approx. 11% grade on gravel haul road when engine quit. without power steering or
000053191 KENWORTH KENWORTH 2000 BRAKES SQUEAL, ,SHOES DAMAGED,DRUMS SEEM TO BE OUT OF ROUND,DEALER WON'T REPAIR. *AK
000043931 KENWORTH W900 1997 During the last two years i have had all 4 tires on this trailer blow out. only the original tires blew out -- they did not go flat they blew apart
000042339 KENWORTH KENWORTH 2001 1ST DAY AFTER PURCHASE WIRING HARNESS CAUGHT FIRE ON NEW VEHICLE. *AK
000042152 KENWORTH KENWORTH 1999 We are running approximately 40 trucks. all 97 through 2000 models of various makes. we have had numerous front wheel bearing failures for no
0000022484 KENWORTH T2000 1999 Consumer states vehicle is experiencing brake problems, three of the four air brake cam supports are broken and the brake bracket welds are broken.*jb
999015325 KENWORTH T800 2000 LEAK IN AIR SEAT. *SLC
999015324 KENWORTH T800 2000 TELESCOPIC TILT WHEEL WOULD NOT STAY LOCKED IN, HAS BEEN REPAIRED HOWEVER STILL HAS A SQUEAKING NOISE. *SLC
999015323 KENWORTH T800 2000 AIR LEAK UNDER DASH, CAUSED BY POWER DIVIDER SWITCH. *SLC
999015322 KENWORTH T800 2000 OIL LEAK. *SLC
994165098 KENWORTH W900 1994 TRW PART; END OF DRAG LINK SEPARATED HAVING PLAY.TT
996157787 KENWORTH KENWORTH 1969 Vehicle experienced a complete shut down where nothing was working. vehicle was taken to two different dealers and they could not find the caus eof
997118390 KENWORTH T600 1997 FRENCH ELLISON 97V139/97KW2. DEALER DOES NOT HAVE THE PARTS. HIS REPLY TO OWNER: FIRST COME FIRST SERVE. **AK
997116370 KENWORTH T2000 1997 THE CURVED WINDSHIELD HAS A FLAT SPOT ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE. MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED. *AK
0000050752 KENWORTH T2000 1997 POWER WINDOWS FAILED.
0000050750 KENWORTH T2000 1997 WINDSHIELD FAILED.
0000046496 KENWORTH T2000 1997 VEHICLE HAS SEVERAL SAFETY DEFECTS INCLUDING PROBLEMS WITH THE FRONT END ALIGNMENT, DOORS, TRANSMISSION, HEADLINER, AND TAIL LIGHTS.
997046372 KENWORTH CONVENTIONAL 1993 ELECTRICAL FAILURE CAUSED FIRE.
997040269 KENWORTH KENWORTH 1996 IMPROPER DESIGN OF THE CAB CAUSED IT TO SEPARATE FROM THE CHASSIS DURING THE ACCIDENT RESULTING IN THE DEATH OF THE DRIVER.
997040268 KENWORTH KENWORTH 1996 IMPROPER DESIGN AND WEAK MATERIALS CAUSED THE GAS TANK TO RUPTURE AND THE WRECKAGE TO CATCH ON FIRE.(ATTORNEY FOR CONSUMER).
995024732 KENWORTH KENWORTH 1990 REAR RIGHT WHEEL CAME OFF. ( NEW JERSEY STATE POLICE REPORT)
996019535 KENWORTH T800B 1996 VEHICLE FIRE.(OHIO STATE POLICE REPORT)
996012413 KENWORTH KENWORTH 1988 RIGHT REAR WHEEL AND HUB FELL OFF, CAUSING ACCIDENT.(OHIO STATE POLICE REPORT) *SD
995002393 KENWORTH KENWORTH 1987 BRAKES LOCKED UP, CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL/ACCIDENT. *SKD
002226175 KENWORTH T600 2003 Failure of jake brakes on 2003 kenworth t-600. the jake brakes on my kenworth failed to come on. i directed it to the kenworth dealership in
002226174 KENWORTH T600 2003 Failure of jake brakes on 2003 kenworth t-600. the jake brakes on my kenworth failed to come on. i directed it to the kenworth dealership in
002220171 KENWORTH T2000 1998 I had a fuel line failure on my 98 kenworth t2000 with a 60 series detroit engine. the fuel line is routed behind the starter and it ruptured do to
003213666 KENWORTH W900 2000 Consumer states that he is having electrical problems with his big rig. he states that he can be driving down the road and the lights cut off, then
001192259 KENWORTH W900L 1999 BOTH FRAME RAIL EXTENTION WERE CRACKED
001192243 KENWORTH W900L 1999 BOTH FRAME RAIL EXTENTION WERE CRACKED
001185081 KENWORTH W900 2000 Consumer states that the engine would stalls while driving 55-60 mph. vehicle has been to the dealer and the problem reoccurring. feel free to provide
002166000 KENWORTH W900 2001 Consumer stated the fuel tank bracket is not strong enough to keep tank from twisting, the straps apparently are too big and loosen from wear, causing
002165990 KENWORTH W900 2001 Consumer stated the fuel tank bracket is not strong enough to keep tank from twisting, the straps apparently are too big and loosen from wear, causing
0000159885 KENWORTH W900 1999 Frame rail under hood flexes too much. when driving vehicle hood comes up. when driving down the road vehicle feels as though its going turn over
0000159883 KENWORTH W900 1999 Frame rail under hood flexes too much. when driving vehicle hood comes up. when driving down the road vehicle feels as though its going turn over
001159502 KENWORTH T300 2001 Front end shimmies at 45 mph. vehicle has been taken to dealer 10 times. dealer has not been able to correct the problem. *ak consumer feels the
001159500 KENWORTH T300 2001 Front end shimmies at 45 mph. vehicle has been taken to dealer 10 times. dealer has not been able to correct the problem. manufacturer has been
0000159200 KENWORTH T800 1999 Wheel bearings keep failing, steering tires keep getting eaten up, which causes vehicle to pull to right, when this happens brakes would chatter due
998155787 KENWORTH W900L 1997 Frame extension for vehicle broke six times in four years where steering box was attached to frame. dealership has repaired this on each
998155786 KENWORTH W900L 1997 Frame extension for vehicle broke six times in four years where steering box was attached to frame. dealership has repaired this on each
001143582 KENWORTH T600 1999 During normal operation of vehicle, there is a noise being emitted from rear due to gears in rear have become stripped. manufacturer has informed
998136787 KENWORTH T800 1998 ABS LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY, ABS CAPABILITY INTERMITTENTLY. *AK
000125579 KENWORTH T600 1997 Consumer said that he was in a rest area, and the next day noticed oil/ melted hub cap, and left steering axle. he contacted the dealership, and
000125572 KENWORTH T600 1997 Consumer said that he was in a rest area, and the next day noticed oil/ melted hub cap, and left steering axle. he contacted the dealership, and
000112785 KENWORTH T800 1999 RECALL 99V303/ ALUMINUM DRIVELINE. PARTS THAT WERE NEEDED TO PERFORM RECALL REPAIRS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. *AK
000112778 KENWORTH T800 1999 RECALL 99V303/ ALUMINUM DRIVELINE. PARTS THAT WERE NEEDED TO PERFORM RECALL REPAIRS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. *AK
999107422 KENWORTH T800 1999 VEHICLE EXPERIENCING ONGOING PROBLEM WITH VEHICLE CONTINUALLY PULLING TO THE RIGHT WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK
002102682 KENWORTH T800 1995 The steering coupling separated due to inadequate tightening of the tetaining nut and bolt, a faulty slip joint and perhaps faulty metal
000100170 KENWORTH W900 2000 Kenworth has a reputation of putting a custumer off untill warranty is out. all of these problems where to be addressed. and there are more. hard to
000100169 KENWORTH W900 2000 Kenworth has a reputation of putting a custumer off untill warranty is out. all of these problems where to be addressed. and there are more. hard to
000100168 KENWORTH W900 2000 Kenworth has a reputation of putting a custumer off untill warranty is out. all of these problems where to be addressed. and there are more. hard to
000100167 KENWORTH W900 2000 Kenworth has a reputation of putting a custumer off untill warranty is out. all of these problems where to be addressed. and there are more. hard to
000100166 KENWORTH W900 2000 Kenworth has a reputation of putting a custumer off untill warranty is out. all of these problems where to be addressed. and there are more. hard to
000100165 KENWORTH W900 2000 Kenworth has a reputation of putting a custumer off untill warranty is out. all of these problems where to be addressed. and there are more. hard to
000100159 KENWORTH W900 2000 Kenworth has a reputation of putting a custumer off untill warranty is out. all of these problems where to be addressed. and there are more. hard to
002098965 KENWORTH T2000 1998 NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
002089593 KENWORTH T800 1995 NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
002087718 KENWORTH T800 1994 This was a steer tire on a big rig the potential for loss of life and property could have been catstrophic.*ak (dot number: mj4k39aw16 tiresize:
001083047 KENWORTH T800B 2000 Tractor nan fully loaded belly dump trailer were descending an approx. 11% grade on gravel haul road when engine quit. without power steering or
0000050755 KENWORTH T2000 1997 DOOR LOCK FAILED.
0000050754 KENWORTH T2000 1997 AIR BAGS FAILED.
000042345 KENWORTH KENWORTH 2001 1ST DAY AFTER PURCHASE WIRING HARNESS CAUGHT FIRE ON NEW VEHICLE. *AK
002026484 KENWORTH CONVENTIONAL 1999 WHILE IN MOTION THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE AND THE RIM CAME OFF THE VEHICLE, OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT. *JG
0000025175 KENWORTH KENWORTH 1999 CONSUMER STATES THE VEHICLES ENGINE DROPPED A VALVE. *YH
0000022489 KENWORTH T2000 1999 Vehicle is experiencing problems with the heating ventilation air conditioner, not being able to effectively defrost the windshield while driving,
0000022488 KENWORTH T2000 1999 Consumer states vehicle is experiencing brake problems, three of the four air brake cam supports are broken and the brake bracket welds are broken.*jb
0000022485 KENWORTH T2000 1999 Vehicle is experiencing problems with the heating ventilation air conditioner, not being able to effectively defrost the windshield while driving,
001022346 KENWORTH KENWORTH 1997 Vehicle experienced fire damage to the rear inside drive tire while driving on the turnpike .(ohio traffic accident report.) *jg
001022345 KENWORTH KENWORTH 1997 Vehicle experienced fire damage to the rear inside drive tire while driving on the turnpike .(ohio traffic accident report.) *jg
001021957 KENWORTH CONVENTIONAL 1996 VEHICLE LOST THE RIGHT FRONT DUAL TIRE ASSEMBLY DUE TO THE WHEEL LUGS BREAKING OFF.(OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT #564299) *JG
001021956 KENWORTH CONVENTIONAL 1996 VEHICLE LOST THE RIGHT FRONT DUAL TIRE ASSEMBLY DUE TO THE WHEEL LUGS BREAKING OFF.(OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT #564299) *JG
001020455 KENWORTH W900 1999 WHILE DRIVING THE LEFT REAR TANDEM BRAKE LOCKED UP AND CAUGHT FIRE (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT). NLM
001020454 KENWORTH W900 1999 WHILE DRIVING THE LEFT REAR TANDEM BRAKE LOCKED UP AND CAUGHT FIRE (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT). NLM
001017577 KENWORTH KENWORTH 1984 While attempting to make a u-turn the clutch rod froze and would not move and when it did it went to the floor and the driver could not get the truck
001017573 KENWORTH KENWORTH 1984 While attempting to make a u-turn the clutch rod froze and would not move and when it did it went to the floor and the driver could not get the truck
999015331 KENWORTH T800 2000 LEAK IN AIR SEAT. *SLC
999015330 KENWORTH T800 2000 AIR LEAK UNDER DASH, CAUSED BY POWER DIVIDER SWITCH. *SLC
999015328 KENWORTH T800 2000 OIL LEAK. *SLC
0000015327 KENWORTH T800 2000 Top and bottom frame rails should have same thickness, however this did not, there is a sag in top of frame rail, right side of vehicle has sway,
0000015326 KENWORTH T800 2000 Suspension problems in design of vehicle caused wear of tires, dealer replaced floats, replaced front and rear tandems, bolt broke on the cross member
001014880 KENWORTH CONVENTIONAL 1994 WHILE DRIVING THE TRAILER LOST A SET OF DUAL TIRES FROM IT'S THIRD RIGHT AXLE, CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE. (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT) NLM
000007783 KENWORTH KENWORTH 1995 While driving the left rear tire and axle caught on fire on the trailer unit, possible axle failure was the cause. (ohio traffic crash report) (
0000004900 KENWORTH W900 2000 THE TRUCK HAS A VIBRATION, WHICH SHAKES BOLTS LOOSE AND THE SLEEPER DOORS LEAKS. *ET
0000181642 KENWORTH T600A 1989 PURCHASE TWO DUNLAP TIRES FOR THE TRUCK AND ON TWO OCCASIONS TIRES BLEW OUT . TT
994165118 KENWORTH W900 1994 TRW PART; END OF DRAG LINK SEPARATED HAVING PLAY.TT
0000159884 KENWORTH W900 1999 Frame rail under hood flexes too much. when driving vehicle hood comes up. when driving down the road vehicle feels as though its going turn over
0000159877 KENWORTH W900 1999 Frame rail under hood flexes too much. when driving vehicle hood comes up. when driving down the road vehicle feels as though its going turn over
996157807 KENWORTH KENWORTH 1969 Vehicle experienced a complete shut down where nothing was working. vehicle was taken to two different dealers and they could not find the caus eof
998136780 KENWORTH T800 1998 ABS LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY, ABS CAPABILITY INTERMITTENTLY. *AK
998130048 KENWORTH W900 1998 While driving the fuel line chafed a hole, causing fuel leakage. a recall was ordered on make model and year. this particular truck was not
998130031 KENWORTH W900 1998 While driving the fuel line chafed a hole, causing fuel leakage. a recall was ordered on make model and year. this particular truck was not
998130030 KENWORTH W900 1998 While driving the fuel line chafed a hole, causing fuel leakage. a recall was ordered on make model and year. this particular truck was not
997119909 KENWORTH W900B 1997 CONSUMER TRIES TO GET VEHICLE FIXED FOR RECALL, NO PARTS FOR SUADE ARM ASSEMBLY. HAS BEEN CALLING SINCE SEPTEMBER 1, 1997. *AK
997119893 KENWORTH W900B 1997 CONSUMER TRIES TO GET VEHICLE FIXED FOR RECALL, NO PARTS FOR SUADE ARM ASSEMBLY. HAS BEEN CALLING SINCE SEPTEMBER 1, 1997. *AK
999079114 KENWORTH T600 1990 REAR AXLE TRUNION MOUNTS STRESS CRACK. COULD CAUSE SEPARATION OF REAR AXLES AT SPEED AND CAUSE SEVERE ACCIDENT.
998054875 KENWORTH CONVENTIONAL 1996 Trailer hitch failed resulting in trailer detaching from truck causing, damage to trailer when trailer hit concrete wall. (ohio traffic crash report
0000051229 KENWORTH KENWORTH 1999 About a foot of the outer edge of my commercial front steering (or directional) tire has started to peel off and disappear from the tire. *ak( dot
0000050768 KENWORTH T2000 1997 POWER WINDOWS FAILED.
0000050765 KENWORTH T2000 1997 RADIATOR FAILED.
0000050766 KENWORTH T2000 1997 DOOR LOCK FAILED.
0000050767 KENWORTH T2000 1997 DOOR LOCK FAILED.
0000050761 KENWORTH T2000 1997 AIR BAGS FAILED.
0000050762 KENWORTH T2000 1997 RADIATOR FAILED.
0000050757 KENWORTH T2000 1997 RADIATOR FAILED.

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