Kenworth T700 problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 0 owner complaints and 11 recalls on file for the Kenworth T700 (2007–2014).

Complaints
0
Recalls
11
Model years
8
Worst year
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Complaints by model year

20072008200920102011201220132014
NHTSA complaints per Kenworth T700 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 T700 model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2014 T70000002—
2013 T70000002—
2012 T70000003—
2011 T70000007—
2010 T70000002—
2009 T70000002—
2008 T70000001—
2007 T70000001—

Kenworth T700 recalls

  • Recall 15V641000Oct 9, 2015290 vehiclesModel years 2011

    Risk: If the fifth wheel and locking mechanism are sufficiently damaged, the locking mechanism may fail to operate as intended and the trailer may unexpectedly detach from the tractor, 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 12V407000Aug 20, 2012535 vehiclesModel years 2013

    Risk: Fasteners which are not properly torqued to specification can result in the driveline separating from the vehicle, disabling the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash. The separated component could also become a road hazard.

  • 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 11V388000Aug 1, 201110 vehiclesModel years 2011

    Risk: A partially coupled fifth wheel may result in a trailer unexpectedly separating from the tractor, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 11V380000Jul 21, 2011211 vehiclesModel years 2011–2012

    Risk: If the fast idle control function is engaged with the transmission in gear, the vehicle could unexpectedly accelerate and override the parking brake and , creating a risk of a crash and damage to other vehicles or property and the potential for injury to nearby pedestrians.

  • Recall 11V127000Feb 23, 20114,664 vehiclesModel years 2007–2012

    Risk: The discharge of engine oil onto exhaust components which are hot, such as when the engine is under significant load, may cause a fire.

  • Recall 10V654000Dec 22, 20101,510 vehiclesModel years 2011

    Risk: Failure of the safety latch feature may cause the hood to unexpectedly close while open, increasing the risk of personal injury and/or vehicle damage.

  • Recall 10V535000Oct 27, 2010417 vehiclesModel years 2009–2011

    Risk: As this interference gets larger, this could eventually lead to reduced braking performance, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 10V453000Oct 1, 2010384 vehiclesModel years 2011

    Risk: The leaking of engine oil onto hot exhaust components, such as when the engine is under significant load, may create the possibility of a fire.

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