2023 KENWORTH T680
9 recalls, 12 complaints - 25 TSBs
25V181000 Mar 24, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM
Defect Description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Peterbilt 520, 579, and 2021-2025 Kenworth T680 trucks. The high voltage (HV) contactors may open, causing a sudden loss of high voltage and a loss of drive power.
Consequence
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the software and replace the electrical harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 13, 2025. Owners may contact Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220 and Kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 25PBC... Read more
24V915000 Dec 9, 2024
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Defect Description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Peterbilt and Kenworth vehicles, equipped with Bendix EC80 Advanced Electronic Control Units (ECU). Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. Electrical noise and low signal to the power line carrier may cause the ECU to... Read more
Consequence
Safety systems that depend on the ECU (Automatic Traction Control, ABS, Electronic Stability Control, Active Cruise Control, and Collison Mitigation System) may not function properly or at all, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will reprogram the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 3, 2025. Owners may contact Kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888 and Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 24KWL and 24PBL.
24V190000 Mar 20, 2024
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
Defect Description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Peterbilt 365, 367, 389, 535, 536, 537, 548, 567, 579, and 2021-2025 Kenworth T180, T280, T380, T480, T680, T880 and W990 trucks. The right-hand gear shifter stalk connectors may have been improperly crimped, resulting in a loss of communi... Read more
Consequence
A loss of communication between the gear shifter and the transmission may result in the vehicle becoming disabled after coming to a stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the gear shifter assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed December 15, 2025, then phased after that. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888 or Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's numbers for this re... Read more
24V145000 Feb 23, 2024
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:RESERVOIR/TANK
Defect Description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2009-2021 Kenworth C500, 2012-2021 Kenworth T440, 2009-2015 Kenworth T660, 2015-2024 Kenworth T680, 2009-2024 Kenworth T800, 2009-2020 Kenworth T370, 2014-2023 Kenworth T880, 2011-2016 Kenworth T470, 2023 Kenworth T480, and 2009-2019 Kenworth W900 ve... Read more
Consequence
Insufficient air volume can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install the correct volume air tanks, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 12, 2024. Additional owner notification letters were mailed October 27, 2025. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-425-828-5888. PACCAR's number for this recall is 24KWD.
23V007000 Jan 16, 2023
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Defect Description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Peterbilt 579 and 2023 Kenworth T680 vehicles. Incorrect software in the battery electric heavy duty electronic stability control program may underestimate the mass of the vehicle. As such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requi... Read more
Consequence
An incorrect estimate of the vehicle mass can reduce the performance of the stability control system and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 17, 2023. Owners may contact PACCAR's customer service at 1-425-828-5888 (Kenworth) and 1-940-591-4220 (Peterbilt). PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 23PBA and 23KWA.
22V779000 Oct 17, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Defect Description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Kenworth T680, T880, W990, and Peterbilt 365, 367, 389, 567, and 579 vehicles. The digital display may freeze and not display critical safety information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehic... Read more
Consequence
The loss of display information, such as vehicle speed and warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 16, 2022. Owners may contact Kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888 and Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 22KWK and 22PBK.
22V631000 Aug 17, 2022
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
Defect Description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2023 Peterbilt 220, 389, 520, 536, 537, 348, 367, 567, 548, 579, and 2023 Kenworth T680, K270, T440, T880, W990, K370, T280, T380, T480, T800, and W900 vehicles. The engine control module (ECM) may experience an internal electrical short-circuit, ca... Read more
Consequence
An unexpected engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the ECM, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 16, 2022. Owners may contact Kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888 and Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 22KWG and 22PBG.
22V582000 Aug 4, 2022
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Kenworth T680 tractor trailers. The mud flap may contact the fuel tank while the vehicle is in motion, creating wear on the fuel tank over time.
Consequence
Excessive wear of the fuel tank may allow fuel to spill on the roadway, which can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and install an anti-sail device to prevent the mud flap from contacting the fuel tank, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed February 1, 2023. Owners may contact Kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888. Paccar's number for this recall is 22KWF.
22V547000 Jul 28, 2022
STEERING
Defect Description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Kenworth T170, T270, T280, T370, T380, T440, T470, T480, T680, T800, T880, W900, W990, C500, and 2022-2023 Peterbilt 325, 330, 337, 348, 365, 367, 389, 520, 536, 537, 548, 567, and 579 vehicles. The steering gears may have been assembled i... Read more
Consequence
A fractured steering gear can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the steering gear serial numbers, and replace the steering gears as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 26, 2022. Owners may contact Kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888 and Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCA... Read more
Complaint Statistics
12 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN | 3 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 |
| ENGINE | 2 |
| TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM | 1 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING | 1 |
| STEERING | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 1 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 1 |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Mar 13, 2026
Incident date: Mar 13, 2026
While driving down the highway experienced a partial loss of engine power causing jerky/rough operation, harsh shifting, and unpredictable behavior. Was told by the dealer service manager that it was likely a misfire in one of the cylinders. After diagnostics and servicing that included changing spa... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Mar 13, 2026
Incident date: Mar 13, 2026
While driving down the highway experienced a partial loss of engine power causing jerky/rough operation, harsh shifting, and unpredictable behavior. Was told by the dealer service manager that it was likely a misfire in one of the cylinders. After diagnostics and servicing that included changing spa... Read more
ENGINE
Feb 18, 2026
Incident date: Jan 12, 2026
*Total Engine Destruction from Thrust Bearing Failure (GM Bulletin 25-NA-307) * Yes, failure has been confirmed at Chevy Dealership (Davis Chevrolet Gainesville FL) * Yes, problem has been reproduced at dealership *Only the dealer service department has confirmed failure *No warning lights, thrust b... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Sep 9, 2025
Incident date: Sep 9, 2025
All warning lights and audible alarms started going off at the same time. EPS, ABS, Auto Hold, Collision warning, Air bags, All wheel drive, brake system, and more.1st time it happened was [XXX], while driving. The car was drivable but I did notice a difference in braking and acceleration. I parked ... Read more
STEERING
Oct 23, 2024
Incident date: Jul 18, 2024
The contact owns a 2014 GMC Terrain. The contact stated while at a complete stop at a red light, the doors were making locking and unlocking sounds. The contact stated upon depressing the accelerator pedal to resume driving, the vehicle failed to exceed 25 MPH. The messages "Service Stabili-trak" an... Read more
ENGINE
Oct 23, 2024
Incident date: Jul 18, 2024
The contact owns a 2014 GMC Terrain. The contact stated while at a complete stop at a red light, the doors were making locking and unlocking sounds. The contact stated upon depressing the accelerator pedal to resume driving, the vehicle failed to exceed 25 MPH. The messages "Service Stabili-trak" an... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Aug 5, 2024
Incident date: Aug 5, 2024
I was the first and only car waiting at a stop light, when the light turned green I began to accelerate and as I aproached the crosswalk line the car auto-braked hard. There were no other cars near by, nor pedestrians anywhere. The auto-braking only lasted a second, did not quite come to a full stop... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jun 1, 2023
Incident date: May 15, 2023
The van shuts off automatically after 15 minutes idling, I went in a store and left a senior in the back seat that the door was in child safety mode and the when the auto shut off, he almost suffocated from the heat. and wasn't able to open door. I felt he is safe since I left the engine on. Why... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Apr 10, 2023
Incident date: Mar 1, 2023
We own a 2018 GMC Acadia Denali. Upon shifting the vehicle into park, we cannot turn off the engine. The vehicle gives us a "Shift to Park" message on the instrument panel. As a result, we are unable to shut off our engine and, to avoid the battery running out, are forced to attempt to move the s... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 21, 2023
Incident date: Aug 27, 2022
The rear opening and closing of the tailgate caused a break in the wiring harness, causing the rearview camera to fail. This is due to a design flaw and identical to what has happened in the 2017-2019 models.
POWER TRAIN
Dec 30, 2022
Incident date: Dec 29, 2022
The contact owns a 2023 Kenworth T680. The contact stated that the dealer previously repaired the vehicle under NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V547000 (Steering). The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS, traction control, transmission, and hill assist warning lights illumina... Read more
TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM
Dec 30, 2022
Incident date: Dec 29, 2022
The contact owns a 2023 Kenworth T680. The contact stated that the dealer previously repaired the vehicle under NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V547000 (Steering). The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS, traction control, transmission, and hill assist warning lights illumina... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins, 2023 KENWORTH T680
25 manufacturer communications from 18 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 10 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 5 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 2 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 2 |
| 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 1 |
| 273000 LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION | 1 |
| 092300 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:FUEL FILTER | 1 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 1 |
24KWD
Apr 9, 2024
040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Certain C500/T440/T470/T660/T680/T800/T880/W900 chassis may have air tank reservoirs that do not meet air volume requirements per FMVSS/CMVSS 121 ??A?A?Air Brake Systems??A?A?. This bulletin will be updated when repair parts and procedur
24KWE
Mar 21, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Safety Recall a?? INTERIM NOTIFICATION Parts are not currently available for this safety recall. This bulletin will be updated once repair parts are available. The right-hand shift stalk may have an improper wire harness terminal crimp wi
24KWE
Mar 21, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
Safety Recall a?? INTERIM NOTIFICATION Parts are not currently available for this safety recall. This bulletin will be updated once repair parts are available. The right-hand shift stalk may have an improper wire harness terminal crimp wi
14-033
Oct 18, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
14-033: T680/T880/W990 Crossmember Fastener Torque Certain chassis may have under-torqued crossmember fasteners. Frame crossmember gusset fasteners must be re-torqued to prevent damage from frame vibration and movement.
E306
Oct 18, 2023
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
PACCAR MX-11 & MX-13 EPA2021 Fuel Filter Drain & Change Info Incorrect fuel filter drain and replacement procedures on EPA21 MX-11 and MX-13 engines can result in the following Debris and contaminants introduced into the high-pressure fu
E292 KW
Oct 3, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Campaign Certain EPA2021 chassis equipped with PACCAR MX engines have Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) contamination that occurred during manufacturing. SCR assemblies will be inspected and replaced as necessary.
04-022
Sep 1, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Replacement fuel bezels are available for T680 Next Gen fairings. New bezels have updated attachments to prevent the bezel from becoming loose.
45-065
Sep 1, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Certain T680 Next Gen Cummins X15 have fan hub bracket hardware that is under torqued and could become loose and/or fail. Procedures are available to replace and properly torque the hardware.
45-065
Sep 1, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Certain T680 Next Gen Cummins X15 have fan hub bracket hardware that is under torqued and could become loose and/or fail. Procedures are available to replace and properly torque the hardware.
42-061
Aug 31, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Certain T680 NextGen chassis have a CAN terminating resistor that may become loose and rub on the cooling module, causing fin damage and possible cooling module leaks. Procedures are available to reroute and secure the resistor and harness.
46-003
Aug 1, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
There is currently a repair procedure available for T680E and T880E chassis that will address issues caused by the previous BEV2 R5.00_002 software update. This repair involves replacement of the Bendix ABS control module with an updated ve
46-001
Jul 13, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Safety Equipment, Personal Protective Equipment, and Tools have been extensively updated. Due to differences in suppliers and part numbers between the U.S. and Canada, separate lists for the U.S. and Canadian markets have been created to mo
46-001
Jul 13, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Safety Equipment, Personal Protective Equipment, and Tools have been extensively updated. Due to differences in suppliers and part numbers between the U.S. and Canada, separate lists for the U.S. and Canadian markets have been created to mo
E290
Jun 28, 2023
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
FIX-AS-FAIL Updated procedures and claim filing information. EPA2021 injector cleaning is referenced in RMI for certain injector faults. Complete the procedures in E290. Refer to E300 for in-tank additive information
E290
Jun 28, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
FIX-AS-FAIL Updated procedures and claim filing information. EPA2021 injector cleaning is referenced in RMI for certain injector faults. Complete the procedures in E290. Refer to E300 for in-tank additive information
E290
Mar 31, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
FIX-AS-FAIL Updated procedures and claim filing information. EPA2021 injector cleaning is referenced in RMI for certain injector faults. Complete the procedures in E290. Refer to E300 for in-tank additive information
E300
Mar 31, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
PACCAR will reimburse customers for the local purchase of in-tank fuel additive for EPA2021 compliant MX engines. This is a one-time reimbursement. Only customers who have received E290 injector cleaning qualify for this reimbursement. See
R2301
Mar 24, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The emissions exemption expired on 12/31/2021 for certain pre-production vehicles equipped with PACCAR Model Year 2022 MX engines. Production-level engine, VECU, and Digital Display software is now available to make these vehicles compliant
03-087 (E295)
Feb 24, 2023
092300 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:FUEL FILTER
Certain Model Year 2021-2024 chassis with PACCAR MX engines and optional fuel filter restriction virtual gauge may display incorrect restriction levels. The virtual gauge will be temporarily disabled until a revised sensor strategy is devel
03-087 (E295)
Feb 24, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Certain Model Year 2021-2024 chassis with PACCAR MX engines and optional fuel filter restriction virtual gauge may display incorrect restriction levels. The virtual gauge will be temporarily disabled until a revised sensor strategy is devel
46-003
Feb 17, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery-Electric Vehicles equipped with Meritor electric drive axles and R5 software may experience incorrect operation of certain components: The power gauge will display axle speed instead of actual power usage. The air conditioner co
R2202
Jan 12, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The emissions exemption expired on 12/31/2022 for certain pre-production vehicles equipped with PACCAR Model Year 2023 MX engines. Production-level engine, VECU, and Digital Display software is now available to make these vehicles compliant
03-085
Oct 25, 2022
273000 LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION
Info Only - Parts kits are now available to install the Bendix Side Collision Mitigation Radar system (BlindSpotter) on chassis that were delivered with a Prewire sales code due to parts shortages. Ordering and installation procedures are i
45-064
Oct 18, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Info Only - PACCAR is introducing Over-the-Air (OTA) software updates for engine MY17 and newer chassis equipped with Cummins X15, X12, ISX12, ISX12N, L9N, PX-7, and PX-9 engines The technology will leverage the existing Remote Diagnostic c
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.
KENWORTH T680 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the KENWORTH T680 across all model years (2011, 2027).
147
Total Recalls
112
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
3
Reported Crashes
13
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
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