Kenworth T170 problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 1 owner complaints and 8 recalls on file for the Kenworth T170 (2008–2023).

Complaints
1
Recalls
8
Model years
15
Worst year
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Complaints by model year

2008200920102011201220132014201520162017201820191202020222023
NHTSA complaints per Kenworth T170 model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Every Kenworth T170 model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2023 T17000001—
2022 T17000001—
2020 T17010001Brakes
2019 T17000001—
2018 T17000001—
2017 T17000001—
2016 T17000002—
2015 T17000001—
2014 T17000004—
2013 T17000002—
2012 T17000003—
2011 T17000001—
2010 T17000001—
2009 T17000001—
2008 T17000001—

Most common Kenworth T170 problem areas (all years)

  • Brakes
    1 complaints
  • Steering
    1 complaints

Kenworth T170 recalls

  • Recall 22V547000Jul 28, 202247,500 vehiclesModel years 2022–2023

    Risk: A fractured steering gear can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 20V199000Apr 6, 2020460,515 vehiclesModel years 2008–2020

    Risk: If the driver unknowingly operates the vehicle without the ABS functioning, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

  • Recall 17V593000Sep 22, 201717,737 vehiclesModel years 2016

    Risk: If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 14V013000Jan 24, 201410,414 vehiclesModel years 2014

    Risk: If the latch plate remains partially engaged after the button is pressed, egress from the vehicle could be hindered which would increase the risk of injury in the event of an emergency.

  • Recall 13V612000Dec 5, 20135,087 vehiclesModel years 2014

    Risk: If the stop/tail/turn light is not illuminated, the driver's intentions would not be communicated, which increases the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 13V222000May 28, 20131,773 vehiclesModel years 2014

    Risk: Unintended engine startup could cause injury to a person working in the engine compartment. Vehicles with standard transmissions may experience unexpected movement, which may result in personal injury or a crash.

  • Recall 12V026000Jan 30, 201215,932 vehiclesModel years 2012–2013

    Risk: Unexpected continuous brake application can cause the brakes to overheat and lead to a fire. Unexpected continuous brake application can cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Also, the brakes may be applied without illuminating the brake lights, failing to give proper warning to other drivers.

  • Recall 11V157000Mar 7, 2011280 vehiclesModel years 2012

    Risk: If the slack adjuster housing were to fracture, the wheel brake to which the slack adjuster housing is attached would no longer function, which could increase vehicle stopping distances, and if mounted on the steer axle, could cause the vehicle to pull to one side during braking, increasing the risk of a crash.

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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology