{"@context":{"@vocab":"https://schema.org/"},"@type":"ItemList","@id":"https://api.ai-analytics.org/api/v1/nhtsa/complaints/check?make=KENWORTH","name":"KENWORTH","_source":{"data_provider":"AI Analytics","data_provider_url":"https://api.ai-analytics.org","license":"https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/","primary_source":"https://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/downloads/","generated_at":"2026-08-24T00:33:13.696Z"},"summary":{"total_complaints":82,"deaths":5,"injured":19,"fires":44},"top_components":[{"component_desc":"SERVICE BRAKES","n":11},{"component_desc":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","n":11},{"component_desc":"TIRES","n":10},{"component_desc":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","n":7},{"component_desc":"WHEELS","n":3},{"component_desc":"STEERING","n":3},{"component_desc":"SERVICE BRAKES, AIR","n":3},{"component_desc":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL","n":3},{"component_desc":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","n":2},{"component_desc":"SEAT BELTS","n":2}],"recent_complaints":[{"cmplid":"2113021","date_received":"2025-07-23","make":"KENWORTH","model":"W900","model_year":2008,"deaths":0,"injured":0,"fire":0,"crash":1,"component_desc":"STEERING","description":"See attached document for complaint.","canonical_url":"https://api.ai-analytics.org/vehicle-complaint/2113021"},{"cmplid":"2094253","date_received":"2025-05-22","make":"KENWORTH","model":"T380","model_year":2025,"deaths":0,"injured":1,"fire":0,"crash":1,"component_desc":"STEERING","description":"Accident Description: 2025 Kenworth T380  Model: 2025 Kenworth T380 VIN: [XXX]  Date of Incident: [XXX] Location: Ontario, Canada  On [XXX], while operating a 2025 Kenworth T380 on a straight section of highway in Ontario, Canada, the steering system suddenly became unresponsive while traveling at approximately 64 mph. I believe this failure is directly related to the USK tie rod ends, which are associated with two known open recalls concerning USK ball studs.  At the time of the incident, no early warning indicators or mechanical symptoms were present to suggest imminent failure. Without warning, the vehicle veered sharply to the left, causing a complete loss of control. The truck subsequently rolled over multiple times, resulting in a serious multi-unit accident that blocked the highway. My drive truck, along with two additional trucks I was transporting, were all involved in the crash.  I was entrapped inside the tractor cab and had to be extricated by emergency responders. I sustained significant injuries, including nerve damage and multiple cervical spine injuries, due to the violent nature of the rollover.  After the incident, I observed indications that the vehicle may have been tampered with. I am uncertain about the current location of the vehicle or the whereabouts of critical front-end components. However, photographic evidence shows that the ball studs were removed post-accident. It is my belief that Paccar is not fully disclosing accurate information related to t","canonical_url":"https://api.ai-analytics.org/vehicle-complaint/2094253"},{"cmplid":"2083703","date_received":"2025-04-17","make":"KENWORTH","model":"T680","model_year":2018,"deaths":0,"injured":0,"fire":0,"crash":1,"component_desc":"TIRES","description":"See attached document for complaint.","canonical_url":"https://api.ai-analytics.org/vehicle-complaint/2083703"},{"cmplid":"2069607","date_received":"2025-02-27","make":"KENWORTH","model":"T800","model_year":1996,"deaths":0,"injured":0,"fire":0,"crash":1,"component_desc":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","description":"See attached document for complaint.","canonical_url":"https://api.ai-analytics.org/vehicle-complaint/2069607"},{"cmplid":"2034917","date_received":"2024-10-23","make":"KENWORTH","model":"T680","model_year":2023,"deaths":0,"injured":1,"fire":0,"crash":1,"component_desc":"POWER TRAIN","description":"The contact owns a 2023 Kenworth T680 with the camper attached. The contact stated that the ABS warning light was illuminated before the failure. The contact stated that while standing behind the passenger side seat in between the sleeper portion and the cab, there was an abnormally loud popping sound detected. The vehicle began to move and crashed into the door of an unknown tractor-trailer cab. The vehicle had been parked for approximately 45- 60 minutes before the crash. The contact had to seek medical assistance from a therapist due to the incident. There was no report of fire, airbag deployment, or police report filed. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 25,000.","canonical_url":"https://api.ai-analytics.org/vehicle-complaint/2034917"},{"cmplid":"2034918","date_received":"2024-10-23","make":"KENWORTH","model":"T680","model_year":2023,"deaths":0,"injured":1,"fire":0,"crash":1,"component_desc":"SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT","description":"The contact owns a 2023 Kenworth T680 with the camper attached. The contact stated that the ABS warning light was illuminated before the failure. The contact stated that while standing behind the passenger side seat in between the sleeper portion and the cab, there was an abnormally loud popping sound detected. The vehicle began to move and crashed into the door of an unknown tractor-trailer cab. The vehicle had been parked for approximately 45- 60 minutes before the crash. The contact had to seek medical assistance from a therapist due to the incident. There was no report of fire, airbag deployment, or police report filed. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 25,000.","canonical_url":"https://api.ai-analytics.org/vehicle-complaint/2034918"},{"cmplid":"1928051","date_received":"2023-09-15","make":"KENWORTH","model":"T680","model_year":2019,"deaths":0,"injured":0,"fire":1,"crash":0,"component_desc":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","description":"We have under hood fire during operating the truck. The driver was driving in TX.  The police and fire department need to be involved to extinguish the fire. The truck need to be towed to terminal. The two dealers were doing estimate and the try to look up the causes of the fire, but is seems they not able to find it. We asked some privet mechanics and they think that fire could start from starter. The truck is 2019 T680 455,972 miles with engine Paccar MX-13. The truck is available fot inspection.","canonical_url":"https://api.ai-analytics.org/vehicle-complaint/1928051"},{"cmplid":"1928052","date_received":"2023-09-15","make":"KENWORTH","model":"T680","model_year":2019,"deaths":0,"injured":0,"fire":1,"crash":0,"component_desc":"ENGINE","description":"We have under hood fire during operating the truck. The driver was driving in TX.  The police and fire department need to be involved to extinguish the fire. The truck need to be towed to terminal. The two dealers were doing estimate and the try to look up the causes of the fire, but is seems they not able to find it. We asked some privet mechanics and they think that fire could start from starter. The truck is 2019 T680 455,972 miles with engine Paccar MX-13. The truck is available fot inspection.","canonical_url":"https://api.ai-analytics.org/vehicle-complaint/1928052"},{"cmplid":"1928053","date_received":"2023-09-15","make":"KENWORTH","model":"T680","model_year":2019,"deaths":0,"injured":0,"fire":1,"crash":0,"component_desc":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","description":"We have under hood fire during operating the truck. The driver was driving in TX.  The police and fire department need to be involved to extinguish the fire. The truck need to be towed to terminal. The two dealers were doing estimate and the try to look up the causes of the fire, but is seems they not able to find it. We asked some privet mechanics and they think that fire could start from starter. The truck is 2019 T680 455,972 miles with engine Paccar MX-13. The truck is available fot inspection.","canonical_url":"https://api.ai-analytics.org/vehicle-complaint/1928053"},{"cmplid":"1886006","date_received":"2023-04-07","make":"KENWORTH","model":"W900","model_year":2022,"deaths":0,"injured":2,"fire":0,"crash":1,"component_desc":"STEERING","description":"Driving a 2022 Kenworth w900 studio sleep.  Stopped for fuel, fixed coffee, and walked my dog. Thirteen miles later the truck just started vibrating and immediately took a left turn into the center barrior. The truck hasnt even had its first oil change. Front BUMPERS and fenders had mimimal damge.the front sterring sytem and tires were demolishes as was the roof of truck. My team member driver suffered 9 fracured ribs and still has complications most everyday Truck had post accident report by az dept of public saftey  #3 on that report says missing or defective part.","canonical_url":"https://api.ai-analytics.org/vehicle-complaint/1886006"},{"cmplid":"1886007","date_received":"2023-04-07","make":"KENWORTH","model":"W900","model_year":2022,"deaths":0,"injured":2,"fire":0,"crash":1,"component_desc":"EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:VEHICLE CONTROLS:STEERING","description":"Driving a 2022 Kenworth w900 studio sleep.  Stopped for fuel, fixed coffee, and walked my dog. Thirteen miles later the truck just started vibrating and immediately took a left turn into the center barrior. The truck hasnt even had its first oil change. Front BUMPERS and fenders had mimimal damge.the front sterring sytem and tires were demolishes as was the roof of truck. My team member driver suffered 9 fracured ribs and still has complications most everyday Truck had post accident report by az dept of public saftey  #3 on that report says missing or defective part.","canonical_url":"https://api.ai-analytics.org/vehicle-complaint/1886007"},{"cmplid":"1840161","date_received":"2022-09-12","make":"KENWORTH","model":"T370","model_year":2013,"deaths":0,"injured":0,"fire":1,"crash":0,"component_desc":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","description":"The contact owned a 2013 Kenworth T370. The contact stated that while the commercial truck was parked and turned off, a loud noise was heard outside and the contact went to investigate and discovered smoke and flames coming from under the hood of the truck. The fire department was called to the scene and extinguished the flames. During the incident, the vehicle was destroyed. A fire report was taken at the scene and the vehicle was eventually towed away. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were not yet notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 450,000.","canonical_url":"https://api.ai-analytics.org/vehicle-complaint/1840161"},{"cmplid":"1840162","date_received":"2022-09-12","make":"KENWORTH","model":"T370","model_year":2013,"deaths":0,"injured":0,"fire":1,"crash":0,"component_desc":"ENGINE","description":"The contact owned a 2013 Kenworth T370. The contact stated that while the commercial truck was parked and turned off, a loud noise was heard outside and the contact went to investigate and discovered smoke and flames coming from under the hood of the truck. The fire department was called to the scene and extinguished the flames. During the incident, the vehicle was destroyed. A fire report was taken at the scene and the vehicle was eventually towed away. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were not yet notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 450,000.","canonical_url":"https://api.ai-analytics.org/vehicle-complaint/1840162"},{"cmplid":"1825192","date_received":"2022-07-12","make":"KENWORTH","model":"W900","model_year":2022,"deaths":0,"injured":0,"fire":0,"crash":1,"component_desc":"EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:VEHICLE CONTROLS:STEERING","description":"2022 KENWORTH W900. CONSUMER STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE BEGAN TO VIBRATE AND STEERED TO THE LEFT ON ITS OWN.  THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A WALL BARRIER.","canonical_url":"https://api.ai-analytics.org/vehicle-complaint/1825192"},{"cmplid":"1797314","date_received":"2022-02-23","make":"KENWORTH","model":"T270","model_year":2015,"deaths":1,"injured":0,"fire":0,"crash":1,"component_desc":"SEAT BELTS","description":"I am analyzing a rollover event with the subject Kenworth T270 configured as a tanker truck. The driver's safety belt was configured with an \"IMMI Comfort Latch\" shoulder belt tension reliever. It appears that this system is in violation of FMVSS 208 sections S7.4.2 and S7.4.5 due to the fact that there is no automatic release of the tension relieving device upon opening of the driver's door or release of the driver's buckle latch.  In the subject accident, the inexperienced young driver, whoi had never driven a vehicle with a \"Comfort Latch\" safety belt tension relieving device, apparently just buckle the safety belt around him, unaware that the shoulder belt had excessive slack in it, due to a previous driver having set the \"Comfort Latch\". IN the rollover event he was ejected from the vehicle and was killed in the accident.","canonical_url":"https://api.ai-analytics.org/vehicle-complaint/1797314"},{"cmplid":"1797315","date_received":"2022-02-23","make":"KENWORTH","model":"T270","model_year":2015,"deaths":1,"injured":0,"fire":0,"crash":1,"component_desc":"ROLLOVER","description":"I am analyzing a rollover event with the subject Kenworth T270 configured as a tanker truck. The driver's safety belt was configured with an \"IMMI Comfort Latch\" shoulder belt tension reliever. It appears that this system is in violation of FMVSS 208 sections S7.4.2 and S7.4.5 due to the fact that there is no automatic release of the tension relieving device upon opening of the driver's door or release of the driver's buckle latch.  In the subject accident, the inexperienced young driver, whoi had never driven a vehicle with a \"Comfort Latch\" safety belt tension relieving device, apparently just buckle the safety belt around him, unaware that the shoulder belt had excessive slack in it, due to a previous driver having set the \"Comfort Latch\". IN the rollover event he was ejected from the vehicle and was killed in the accident.","canonical_url":"https://api.ai-analytics.org/vehicle-complaint/1797315"},{"cmplid":"1797316","date_received":"2022-02-23","make":"KENWORTH","model":"T270","model_year":2015,"deaths":1,"injured":0,"fire":0,"crash":1,"component_desc":"SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR","description":"I am analyzing a rollover event with the subject Kenworth T270 configured as a tanker truck. The driver's safety belt was configured with an \"IMMI Comfort Latch\" shoulder belt tension reliever. It appears that this system is in violation of FMVSS 208 sections S7.4.2 and S7.4.5 due to the fact that there is no automatic release of the tension relieving device upon opening of the driver's door or release of the driver's buckle latch.  In the subject accident, the inexperienced young driver, whoi had never driven a vehicle with a \"Comfort Latch\" safety belt tension relieving device, apparently just buckle the safety belt around him, unaware that the shoulder belt had excessive slack in it, due to a previous driver having set the \"Comfort Latch\". IN the rollover event he was ejected from the vehicle and was killed in the accident.","canonical_url":"https://api.ai-analytics.org/vehicle-complaint/1797316"},{"cmplid":"1792635","date_received":"2022-02-04","make":"KENWORTH","model":"T680","model_year":2014,"deaths":0,"injured":0,"fire":1,"crash":0,"component_desc":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","description":"This Truck Was Park. The Paccar Engine MX13 and Chassis Harness from the Driver Side Shortaged, causing a Fire in the back of the engine and ABS Harness under the Steering Shaft. Plástic and Rubber wire insulation Melted with the fire causing it to drip on top of the water seperator cap which resulted in a fuel flame that caused even more damage throughought the outstanding components. This problem  could've resulted in total loss of the unit.","canonical_url":"https://api.ai-analytics.org/vehicle-complaint/1792635"},{"cmplid":"1783590","date_received":"2021-12-16","make":"KENWORTH","model":"T680","model_year":2015,"deaths":0,"injured":0,"fire":1,"crash":1,"component_desc":"SERVICE BRAKES","description":"3","canonical_url":"https://api.ai-analytics.org/vehicle-complaint/1783590"},{"cmplid":"1783591","date_received":"2021-12-16","make":"KENWORTH","model":"T680","model_year":2015,"deaths":0,"injured":0,"fire":1,"crash":1,"component_desc":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","description":"3","canonical_url":"https://api.ai-analytics.org/vehicle-complaint/1783591"}]}