2013 KENWORTH T600
1 recalls, 3 complaints - 16 TSBs
12V407000 Aug 20, 2012
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE
Defect Description
Paccar is recalling certain model year 2013 kenworth T400, T600, T700, T800, and W900 vehicles, manufactured from July 18, 2012, through August 10, 2012. Cap screws securing the main driveline to the forward rear axle and cap screws on the inter-axle driveline may not have been properly torqued.
Consequence
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.
Remedy
Paccar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and re-torque the each of the affected fasteners, free of charge. The safety recall began on September 7, 2012. Owners may contact Kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
Complaint Statistics
3 total complaints
1 crashes
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES | 1 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR | 1 |
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | 1 |
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Jul 25, 2016
Incident date: Jul 8, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 KENWORTH T600. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO EXIT THE VEHICLE, BOTH THE PASSENGER AND DRIVER DOORS FAILED TO OPEN. EVEN USING THE KEY FAILED TO OPEN THE DOORS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE LOCKING MECHANISM IN THE DOOR FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE RE... Read more
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Jul 25, 2016
Incident date: Jul 8, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 KENWORTH T600. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO EXIT THE VEHICLE, BOTH THE PASSENGER AND DRIVER DOORS FAILED TO OPEN. EVEN USING THE KEY FAILED TO OPEN THE DOORS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE LOCKING MECHANISM IN THE DOOR FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE RE... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Nov 29, 2012
Incident date: Nov 28, 2012
DIFFICULT BRAKING WHEN RESTING RIGHT FOOT IN MIDDLE OF FLOOR BOARD DURING A SUDDEN STOP , MOVING FOOT FORWARD IT HITS TRIM THEN SIDEWAYS TO CONTACT BRAKE PEDAL IN MIDDLE UNABLE OBTAIN ENOUGH PRESSURE TO APPLY BRAKES DAMAGED A OVERHEAD DOOR IT'S MY UNDERSTANDING TWO COWORKERS ALSO EXPERIENCE... Read more
Crash
Technical Service Bulletins, 2013 KENWORTH T600
16 manufacturer communications from 9 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 3 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 2 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 2 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 2 |
| 063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM | 1 |
| 180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 1 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 1 |
E296
Aug 3, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Kenworth is providing guidance for PACCAR MX Engine Composite Oil Pan leak troubleshooting to avoid over-repairs and to provide warrantable repair guidance. Oil leaks, if not repaired, can lead to severe engine damage.
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.
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
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
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.
26-037
Dec 18, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
Fix-As-Fail - Prior versions of Eaton Endurant transmission software may be prone to setting Linear Clutch Actuator (LCA) fault codes leading to possible LCA hardware replacement.
26-037
Dec 18, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Fix-As-Fail - Prior versions of Eaton Endurant transmission software may be prone to setting Linear Clutch Actuator (LCA) fault codes leading to possible LCA hardware replacement.
26-037
Dec 18, 2020
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Fix-As-Fail - Prior versions of Eaton Endurant transmission software may be prone to setting Linear Clutch Actuator (LCA) fault codes leading to possible LCA hardware replacement.
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.
34-085
Mar 3, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Information Only a?? Vehicles may have the connector seals on the wheel speed sensor incorrectly installed, which may lead to water intrusion and corrosion in some vehicles.
34-085
Mar 3, 2020
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Information Only a?? Vehicles may have the connector seals on the wheel speed sensor incorrectly installed, which may lead to water intrusion and corrosion in some vehicles.
03-071
Dec 18, 2019
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Information Only - Vehicles built with NAMUX software from 2013 to present may experience accuracy issues with the tachometer. The issue can be temporarily resolved using any one of the included procedures.
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.
TIB43-062
Sep 27, 2019
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Information Only ??A?A? This bulletin provides information about the California Air Resources Board (CARB) Periodic Smoke Inspection Program (PSIP) and Heavy Duty Vehicle Inspection Program (HDVIP).
TIB43-062
Sep 27, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Information Only ??A?A? This bulletin provides information about the California Air Resources Board (CARB) Periodic Smoke Inspection Program (PSIP) and Heavy Duty Vehicle Inspection Program (HDVIP).
NHTSA Safety Investigations, KENWORTH T600
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE10029
Opened: Aug 2, 2010 , Closed: Dec 23, 2010
Driveshaft separates from tractor
SummaryOn July 13, 2010, the Office of Defects Investigations (ODI) opened an investigation on model year (MY) 2007-2009 Peterbilt tractors equipped with the (SPL170XL extended lube inter-axle driveline).ODI opened this investigation based on one Vehicle Owners Questionnaire (VOQ) and certain Peterb... Read more
KENWORTH T600 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the KENWORTH T600 across all model years (1990, 2019).
114
Total Recalls
21
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
2
Reported Crashes
1
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
KENWORTH T600 - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2018 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2017 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2013 (current) | 1 | 3 | |
| 2011 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2010 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2009 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 2008 | 11 | 1 | View |
| 2007 | 14 | 1 | View |
| 2006 | 8 | 2 | View |
| 2005 | 8 | 5 | View |
| 2004 | 10 | 0 | View |
| 2003 | 5 | 3 | View |
| 2002 | 5 | 1 | View |
| 2001 | 7 | 0 | View |
| 2000 | 7 | 0 | View |
| 1999 | 9 | 2 | View |
| 1998 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 1997 | 4 | 2 | View |
| 1996 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 1995 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1991 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 1990 | 2 | 1 | View |