Kenworth T470 problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 0 owner complaints and 19 recalls on file for the Kenworth T470 (2011–2023).

Complaints
0
Recalls
19
Model years
12
Worst year
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Complaints by model year

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NHTSA complaints per Kenworth T470 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 T470 model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
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Kenworth T470 recalls

  • Recall 24V145000Feb 23, 2024936 vehiclesModel years 2011–2016

    Risk: Insufficient air volume can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.

  • 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 22V277000Apr 25, 202217,641 vehiclesModel years 2018–2020

    Risk: Fastener failure can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

  • Recall 21V601000Aug 3, 2021688 vehiclesModel years 2021–2022

    Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 21V391000May 26, 2021612 vehiclesModel years 2018–2021

    Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 21V262000Apr 13, 202153 vehiclesModel years 2022

    Risk: Starting the vehicle when the transmission is not in PARK may cause unintended vehicle movement, increasing the 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 15V458000Jul 22, 201512,551 vehiclesModel years 2011–2016

    Risk: If the hazard warning lamps are overridden by the DRL, oncoming vehicles may fail to be warned, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 15V457000Jul 22, 2015334 vehiclesModel years 2016

    Risk: A loss of braking ability would increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 15V271000May 8, 2015104,807 vehiclesModel years 2011–2016

    Risk: As water leaks in, the wiper may cease to function on the 'intermittent' setting, reducing the driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, the water may cause corrosion which, over time, may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 14V810000Dec 29, 20141,623 vehiclesModel years 2015

    Risk: Brake drag may result in a wheel end fire.

  • Recall 14V486000Aug 7, 20142,045 vehiclesModel years 2015

    Risk: If the engine stalls unexpectedly there is an increased 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 13V244000Jun 11, 20134 vehiclesModel years 2014

    Risk: If the vehicle is started while it is in gear, it may move unexpectedly, increasing 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 2011–2012

    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.

  • Recall 10V452000Sep 29, 20103,040 vehiclesModel years 2011

    Risk: Power loss of the vehicle's exterior lighting may reduce the visibility of the vehicle to other drivers increasing the risk of a crash with the vehicle.

Other Kenworth models

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