1997 KENWORTH T2000
4 recalls, 15 complaints - 18 TSBs
01V051000 Feb 20, 2001
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 54" REAR AXLE SPACING CONFIGURATION OF THE AIRGLIDE 200 SUSPENSION WITH THE SERVICE APPLICATION IDENTIFIED AS LOGGER, DUMP TRUCK, OR TANKER. THE REAR SUSPENSION IS REGULARLY SUBJECTED TO EXTREME ARTICULATION, RESULTING IN FLEXING OF THE JOINT.
Consequence
FAILURE OF THE LOWER SWAY ARM ATTACHING BOLTS COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LOWER SWAY ARM BRACKETS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 27, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT KENWORTH AT 1-425-828-5000.
98V129000 Jun 11, 1998
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH CATERPILLAR 3406E ENGINES. THE ROUTING OF THE ELECTRICAL AND FUEL LINES CAN CAUSE CHAFFING OF THE WIRING HARNESS ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence
THIS CHAFFING CAN CAUSE FUEL LEAKAGE AND A POTENTIAL FOR A FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT, ADJUST, AND REPAIR, IF NECESSARY, THE FUEL LINE AND ELECTRICAL HARNESS.
97V139000 Aug 20, 1997
SUSPENSION:REAR
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH KENWORTH AIRGLIDE 200 REAR SUSPENSION. DUE TO MATERIALS USED IN THE SWAY BAR ARMS AND STUDS AS WELL AS THE STUD PLATING MATERIAL, STRESS CORROSION CRACKING AND BENDING FATIGUE CAN OCCUR IN THE REAR SUSPENSION SWAY BAR ARMS AND STUDS CAUSING THE... Read more
Consequence
THIS COULD CAUSE A LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ARM ASSEMBLY MANUFACTURED FROM A DIFFERENT MATERIAL. NEW STUDS WILL BE INSTALLED WITH DIFFERENT THREADS AND DIFFERENT FINISH.
97V085000 May 22, 1997
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Defect Description
A SECONDARY BEND OPERATION WAS NOT PERFORMED DURING ASSEMBLY OF THE DOOR LATCH WHICH COULD CAUSE THE DOOR LATCH TO JAM WHEN LOCKED.
Consequence
THE DOOR LATCH WILL NOT RELEASE FROM EITHER THE INSIDE OR THE OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE DOOR LATCHES FOR CERTAIN DATE CODES AND REPLACE SUSPECT LATCHES WITH NEW LATCHES.
Complaint Statistics
15 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD | 3 |
| VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS | 2 |
| EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. | 2 |
| SUSPENSION:FRONT | 1 |
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH | 1 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS | 1 |
| STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS | 1 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY | 1 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR | 1 |
| AIR BAGS | 1 |
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Oct 5, 1998
BRAKETS UNDER VEHICLE FAILED. NOT AIR BAG COMPLAINT ( E.G., SEAT BELT, TRAILER SUSPENSION AIR BAG, ETC.) ADDED ON 09-07-1999. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
Oct 5, 1998
RADIATOR FAILED.
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Oct 5, 1998
RADIATOR FAILED.
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Oct 5, 1998
RADIATOR FAILED.
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Oct 5, 1998
DOOR LOCK FAILED.
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
Oct 5, 1998
DOOR LOCK FAILED.
AIR BAGS
Oct 5, 1998
AIR BAGS FAILED.
STRUCTURE:BODY
Oct 5, 1998
DASHBOARD FAILED.
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Oct 5, 1998
WINDSHIELD FAILED.
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Oct 5, 1998
POWER WINDOWS FAILED.
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
Oct 5, 1998
C.B. RADIO FAILED.
SUSPENSION:FRONT
May 7, 1998
VEHICLE HAS SEVERAL SAFETY DEFECTS INCLUDING PROBLEMS WITH THE FRONT END ALIGNMENT, DOORS, TRANSMISSION, HEADLINER, AND TAIL LIGHTS.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
May 7, 1998
VEHICLE HAS SEVERAL SAFETY DEFECTS INCLUDING PROBLEMS WITH THE FRONT END ALIGNMENT, DOORS, TRANSMISSION, HEADLINER, AND TAIL LIGHTS.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
May 7, 1998
VEHICLE HAS SEVERAL SAFETY DEFECTS INCLUDING PROBLEMS WITH THE FRONT END ALIGNMENT, DOORS, TRANSMISSION, HEADLINER, AND TAIL LIGHTS.
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Aug 5, 1997
Incident date: Jan 5, 1997
THE CURVED WINDSHIELD HAS A FLAT SPOT ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE. MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED. *AK
Technical Service Bulletins, 1997 KENWORTH T2000
18 manufacturer communications from 14 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM | 2 |
| 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY | 2 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 2 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
| 162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR | 1 |
| 138120 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT | 1 |
| 010000 STEERING | 1 |
| 114200 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH | 1 |
02-160
Feb 10, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Information Only a?? Windshield washer pumps have a high No Trouble Found rate. Washer pumps may fail to spray due to a clogged filter.
02-160
Feb 10, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Information Only a?? Windshield washer pumps have a high No Trouble Found rate. Washer pumps may fail to spray due to a clogged filter.
02-160
Feb 10, 2021
136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Information Only a?? Windshield washer pumps have a high No Trouble Found rate. Washer pumps may fail to spray due to a clogged filter.
02-160
Feb 10, 2021
130000 VISIBILITY
Information Only a?? Windshield washer pumps have a high No Trouble Found rate. Washer pumps may fail to spray due to a clogged filter.
32-015
Jun 8, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Information Only: This bulletin provides dealers with a battery warranty quick reference guide to ensure the appropriate tests for battery warranty are performed in order to prevent battery warranty claims filed with incorrect or incomplet
32-016
Mar 17, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Information Only: Proper jump-starting voltage will eliminate high voltage related issues and equipment damage.
01-075
Nov 6, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Information Only: This bulletin provides guidance for repairing an air-conditioning system after internal failure of the A/C compressor.
TIB-44-17
Oct 23, 2008
061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
KENWORTH TRUCKS: REDUCED ENGINE POWER FROM FUEL STARVATION. ANY MODEL KENWORTH EQUIPPED WITH THE 2007 EMISSIONS COMPLIANT ISX ENGINE AND OPTIONAL DAVCO 382 FUEL FILTER, BUILT PRIOR TO 8/11/08, *PE
TIB-44-17
Oct 23, 2008
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
KENWORTH TRUCKS: REDUCED ENGINE POWER FROM FUEL STARVATION. ANY MODEL KENWORTH EQUIPPED WITH THE 2007 EMISSIONS COMPLIANT ISX ENGINE AND OPTIONAL DAVCO 382 FUEL FILTER, BUILT PRIOR TO 8/11/08, *PE
1517
Feb 15, 1999
010000 STEERING
SUBJECT REGARDING SMARTWHEEL / MULTIPLEX STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS. *TT
0321D
Feb 1, 1999
114200 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
A CONDITION MAY EXIST WHERE THE ODOMETER ROLLS OVER TO ZERO MILES INSTEAD OF 100,000; MILEAGE DISPLAYED INCORRECTLY; AND / OR SERVICE CLUSTER FAULT SHUTS DOWN MULTI-FUNCTION DISPLAY. *TT
0280B
Feb 1, 1999
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
INFORMATION ON REPLACING DOOR SEALS AND BUMP STOPS. *TT
0142A
Jan 1, 1999
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
SOME VEHICLES HVAC UNITS MAY HAVE HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING PERFORMANCE ISSUES AND/ OR INTERMITTENT OPERATION. *YC
0280A
Dec 15, 1998
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
A CONDITION WITH THE TOP OF THE CAB DOORS EXHIBITING A LOUD WIND NOISE DURING STRONG CROSS WINDS OR AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. *TT
0141
Sep 1, 1998
138120 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT
TECHNICAL INFORMATION REGARDING FAILURE OF THE CAB OR SLEEPER HEATER RELAY. *TT
9802010256A
May 1, 1998
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
CONCERNS WITH THE PASSENGER SIDE FIREWALL PANEL. *YC
0256A
Feb 1, 1998
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
CONDITION WITH THE PASSENGER SIDE FIREWALL TRIM PANEL INSIDE THE CAB MAY BECOME LOOSE FROM ITS ATTACHMENT POINTS. *YC
9708010135K
Aug 1, 1997
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
VEHICLES HAVING POOR DEFROST PERFORMANCE AND TEMPERATURE DIFFERENCES LEFT-TO-RIGHT FROM THE CAB HVAC UNIT. *YC
NHTSA Safety Investigations, KENWORTH T2000
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
EA09008
Opened: May 29, 2009 , Closed: Aug 27, 2010
Horton Fan Hub Failures
PACCAR is conducting an Owner Notification Program (ONP) for select vehicles within the subject and peer populations.The ONP are attached to the closing report and can be found in the NHTSA Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) database. (TSB: 10033585, 10033584)See Closing report for investigation detai... Read more
PE09013
Opened: Feb 27, 2009 , Closed: Jul 6, 2009
REAR BRAKE AIR CHAMBER MTG BRACKETS
ON JUNE 23, 2009 PACCAR NOTIFIED ODI THAT 3,423 KENWORTH T2000, T800, T600, W900, AND T660 TRUCKS, MODEL YEARS 2004 - 2009, EQUIPPED WITH BENDIX BRAKES, WIDE BASE LOW PROFILE TIRES AND AIRGLIDE (AG) 400/460 REAR SUSPENSIONS ARE BEING RECALLED.CERTAIN OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE EXPERIENCED FATIGUE CRACKS... Read more
KENWORTH T2000 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the KENWORTH T2000 across all model years (1995, 2012).
106
Total Recalls
56
Total Complaints
2
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
1
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
KENWORTH T2000 - Year by Year
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