Kenworth T660 problems by model year

Updated Oct 11, 2026 from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 1 owner complaints and 41 recalls on file for the Kenworth T660 (2007–2020).

Complaints: 1
Recalls: 41
Model years: 14
Worst year: —

Complaints by model year

NHTSA complaints per Kenworth T660 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 T660 model year

Year	Complaints	Recalls	Top problem
2020 T660	0	1	—
2019 T660	0	5	—
2018 T660	0	6	—
2017 T660	0	6	—
2016 T660	0	10	—
2015 T660	0	11	—
2014 T660	1	11	Brakes
2013 T660	0	6	—
2012 T660	0	9	—
2011 T660	0	13	—
2010 T660	0	8	—
2009 T660	0	7	—
2008 T660	0	5	—
2007 T660	0	3	—

Most common Kenworth T660 problem areas (all years)

Brakes
1 complaints
Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
1 complaints

Kenworth T660 recalls

Recall 24V145000Feb 23, 2024936 vehiclesModel years 2009–2015
Risk: Insufficient air volume can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
Recall 23V717000Oct 26, 20233,841 vehiclesModel years 2020
Risk: An unsecured seat belt connection may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Recall 22V277000Apr 25, 202217,641 vehiclesModel years 2018–2019
Risk: Fastener failure can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Recall 20V199000Apr 6, 2020460,515 vehiclesModel years 2008–2019
Risk: If the driver unknowingly operates the vehicle without the ABS functioning, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Recall 18V931000Dec 21, 201825,556 vehiclesModel years 2018–2019
Risk: Unintended movement of a vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
Recall 18V657000Sep 21, 201848,896 vehiclesModel years 2017–2019
Risk: If the fuel line bursts, fuel may leak onto the road resulting in a roadway hazard for other motorists. The engine may also stall without warning, resulting in the vehicle's inability to restart, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 18V555000Aug 22, 201811,429 vehiclesModel years 2016–2019
Risk: If the driver is not warned of a serious engine problem, the engine may unexpectedly fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 18V368000Jun 1, 201885,626 vehiclesModel years 2015–2018
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 16V803000Nov 4, 2016202 vehiclesModel years 2017
Risk: A partial tread separation may increase the risk of a crash.
Recall 16V426000Jun 10, 20163,227 vehiclesModel years 2017
Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Recall 15V597000Sep 24, 2015354 vehiclesModel years 2016
Risk: An engine that stalls without warning increases 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 15V310000May 26, 201530 vehiclesModel years 2014–2015
Risk: If the weld fails causing a loss of power to the rear wheels, the vehicle operator may be unable to move the vehicle, or may experience deceleration if the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Recall 15V272000May 11, 201549 vehiclesModel years 2016
Risk: If the rear wheel lug nuts are undertorqued, the wheels may separate from the vehicle, increasing 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 15V270000May 8, 20151,494 vehiclesModel years 2014–2016
Risk: If the alternator cable rubs through its insulation, an electrical short may occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recall 15V051000Jan 30, 2015106 vehiclesModel years 2015
Risk: As a result, the brake caliper bolts may loosen, reducing the effectiveness of the brakes and increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 14V810000Dec 29, 20141,623 vehiclesModel years 2015
Risk: Brake drag may result in a wheel end fire.
Recall 14V722000Nov 10, 20141,380 vehiclesModel years 2015
Risk: If the smaller wire gauge may overheat increasing the risk of a vehicle fire.
Recall 14V086000Feb 18, 20142,019 vehiclesModel years 2014–2015
Risk: The improper operation of the sensor could induce elevated exhaust temperatures or flames from the exhaust pipe, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire or burn injury to a person near the exhaust pipe.
Recall 14V027000Jan 29, 201486 vehiclesModel years 2013–2014
Risk: If the parking brake is on the non-driven axle the vehicle could roll away when the parking brakes are set, resulting in 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.

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