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Kenworth T440

28 recalls affect this vehicle. Sorted by severity, then date.

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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V145000·2024-02-23

    Kenworth trucks fitted with air tanks holding insufficient brake air

    PACCAR is recalling certain 2009-2024 Kenworth trucks because the air tanks have an insufficient volume of air for the brake system, which can reduce braking performance.

    Product
    KENWORTH — KENWORTH C500, T370, T800, W900
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V277000·2022-04-25

    PACCAR Recalls Kenworth and Peterbilt Trucks for Steering Fastener Defect

    PACCAR is recalling 2018-2020 Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks because steering arm fasteners may fail, potentially causing loss of steering control.

    Product
    KENWORTH — KENWORTH, PETERBILT T270, 579, T440, 567
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V601000·2021-08-03

    Fuel hose leak recall in 2021-2022 Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks

    PACCAR is recalling 688 commercial trucks due to a fuel hose leak between the fuel pump and remote fuel filter head that increases fire risk. Free fuel hose replacement is being offered.

    Product
    KENWORTH — KENWORTH, PETERBILT T480, T280, T380, T370
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·17V593000·2017-09-22

    PACCAR Recalls 2016 Peterbilt and Kenworth Trucks for Steering Defect

    PACCAR is recalling 2016 Peterbilt and Kenworth trucks because a steering component may loosen, potentially causing a complete loss of steering and increasing crash risk.

    Product
    PETERBILT — PETERBILT, KENWORTH 567, 220, 320, 330
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·16V803000·2016-11-04

    PACCAR Recalls 2017 Peterbilt and Kenworth Trucks for Tire Defect

    PACCAR is recalling 2017 Peterbilt and Kenworth trucks equipped with specific Goodyear tires that may partially separate, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    PETERBILT — PETERBILT, KENWORTH 389, 337, 330, T660
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·15V457000·2015-07-22

    Kenworth Trucks Recalled for Reversed Air Brake Line Installation

    PACCAR is recalling 2016 Kenworth trucks because reversed air brake lines may prevent the redundant braking system from working correctly during a failure.

    Product
    KENWORTH — KENWORTH W900, T800, T660, T680
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·15V309000·2015-05-26

    PACCAR Recalls Kenworth and Peterbilt Trucks Due to Fire Risk

    PACCAR is recalling specific Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks because a vent tube may detach, allowing engine oil to contact hot surfaces and cause a fire.

    Product
    PETERBILT — PETERBILT, KENWORTH 365, 384, 348, 382
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·15V271000·2015-05-08

    Kenworth Trucks Recalled for Wiper Motor Water Leak and Fire Risk

    PACCAR is recalling 2011-2016 Kenworth trucks because water may leak into the wiper motor, causing wiper failure and potential electrical fires.

    Product
    KENWORTH — KENWORTH 963, T470, T440, T370
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·14V810000·2014-12-29

    PACCAR Recalls 2015 Kenworth and Peterbilt Trucks for Brake Drag Risk

    PACCAR is recalling 1,623 model year 2015 Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks because an improperly seated diaphragm in the air brake actuators may cause brake drag and wheel end fires.

    Product
    KENWORTH — KENWORTH, PETERBILT T270, T470, 567, 587
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·14V486000·2014-08-07

    PACCAR Recalls 2015 Kenworth and Peterbilt Trucks for Fuel Filter Defect

    PACCAR is recalling 2015 Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks because a fuel filter defect may cause the engine to stall without warning, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    KENWORTH — KENWORTH, PETERBILT T440, W900, 348, T370
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·14V086000·2014-02-18

    PACCAR Recalls Kenworth and Peterbilt Trucks Due to Fire Risk

    PACCAR is recalling specific 2014-2015 Kenworth and Peterbilt tractor trailers because condensation in the intake manifold may freeze, causing exhaust flames and increasing the risk of fire or burn injury.

    Product
    KENWORTH — KENWORTH, PETERBILT T660, T800, W900, T440
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·12V026000·2012-01-30

    PACCAR Recalls Kenworth and Peterbilt Trucks for Brake Valve Defect

    PACCAR is recalling 2012-2013 Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks because Bendix anti-lock traction relay valves may leak in cold weather, causing continuous brake application.

    Product
    KENWORTH — KENWORTH, PETERBILT T470, 384, 389, T170
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·11V281000·2011-05-10

    Kenworth T440 Tractors Recalled for Missing Air Brake Valve

    PACCAR is recalling 2011-2012 Kenworth T440 tractors because a required quick release air valve may be missing, potentially delaying brake release and increasing crash risk.

    Product
    KENWORTH — KENWORTH T440
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·11V157000·2011-03-07

    Kenworth Trucks Recalled for Potential Brake Component Fracture

    PACCAR is recalling certain Kenworth trucks because a casting defect in the brake slack adjuster housing could cause it to fracture, increasing stopping distances or causing the vehicle to pull during braking.

    Product
    KENWORTH — KENWORTH T270, T470, T440, T370
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V915000·2024-12-09

    Kenworth and Peterbilt Trucks Recalled for Faulty Electronic Control Units

    PACCAR is recalling 2021-2025 Kenworth and Peterbilt commercial trucks with defective electronic control units that may fail due to electrical interference, potentially disabling critical safety systems including ABS, traction control, and electronic stability control.

    Product
    PETERBILT — PETERBILT, KENWORTH 348, W990, 365, 548
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V631000·2022-08-17

    2023 Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks recalled for engine control failure

    PACCAR Incorporated is recalling certain 2023 Kenworth and Peterbilt commercial trucks because the engine control module may short-circuit, causing the engine to stall unexpectedly. An engine stall while driving increases the risk of a crash.

    Product
    PETERBILT — PETERBILT, KENWORTH 520, 579, T680, T800B
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V547000·2022-07-28

    Commercial trucks recalled for faulty steering gear assemblies

    PACCAR Incorporated is recalling certain 2022–2023 Peterbilt and Kenworth commercial trucks due to incorrectly assembled steering gears that may fracture. A fractured steering gear can cause loss of steering control, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    PETERBILT — PETERBILT, KENWORTH 365, W990, 367, 389
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V00N000·2021-12-29

    Kenworth and Peterbilt Commercial Trucks Recalled for Methane Detection System Failure

    PACCAR is recalling approximately 1,107 Kenworth and Peterbilt commercial trucks (2016–2022) due to methane detection system power loss. If the system loses electrical power, operators may not detect dangerous methane levels, increasing fire and injury risk.

    Product
    KENWORTH — KENWORTH, PETERBILT T680, T880, 567, 536
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V391000·2021-05-26

    Heavy-duty trucks recalled for fuel rail defect and fire risk

    PACCAR is recalling certain 2018-2021 Kenworth and Peterbilt commercial trucks because a sealing washer defect in the fuel rail assembly may cause fuel leaks. When fuel leaks occur near an ignition source, fire risk increases.

    Product
    PETERBILT — PETERBILT, KENWORTH 367, 337, 567, T370
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V262000·2021-04-13

    Kenworth Recalls 2022 Trucks Due to Starter Interlock Defect

    PACCAR is recalling 2022 Kenworth T440, T470, T800, and W900 trucks because the starter interrupt may allow starting when the transmission is not in PARK.

    Product
    KENWORTH — KENWORTH T800B, W990, T440, T470
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·19V243000·2019-03-27

    Osco Recalls Emergency Vehicles With Faulty Brake Light Wiring

    Osco Tank & Truck Sales is recalling 16,342 emergency vehicles built on 2012 Kenworth T440 and 2018 Peterbilt 348 chassis because brake lights may illuminate without the pedal being pressed.

    Product
    KENWORTH — KENWORTH, PETERBILT T440, 348
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·15V458000·2015-07-22

    Kenworth Trucks Recalled for Hazard Light Override Defect

    PACCAR is recalling 2011-2016 Kenworth trucks because daytime running lamps may override hazard warning lights, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    KENWORTH — KENWORTH T440, T470, T880, T680
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·14V013000·2014-01-24

    PACCAR Recalls Kenworth and Peterbilt Trucks for Seat Belt Defect

    PACCAR is recalling 2014 Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks because seat belt buckles may fail to release, hindering emergency egress.

    Product
    KENWORTH — KENWORTH, PETERBILT T880, T370, T660, T800
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·13V612000·2013-12-05

    Kenworth Recalls 2014 Trucks Due to Stop/Tail/Turn Lamp Housing Defect

    PACCAR is recalling 5,087 model year 2014 Kenworth trucks because the stop/tail/turn lamp housing can shrink, allowing the bulb to fall out and fail to illuminate.

    Product
    KENWORTH — KENWORTH T170, T270, T700, T470
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·10V452000·2010-09-29

    Kenworth Recalls 2011 Trucks Due to Exterior Lighting Power Loss

    Kenworth is recalling 2011 T660, T800, W900, C500, T440, and T470 trucks because a harness connection may become unseated, causing exterior lighting power loss and reduced visibility.

    Product
    KENWORTH — KENWORTH T470, T440, T800, C500
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide

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