2017 KENWORTH T880

11 recalls, 1 complaints - 95 TSBs

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.
936 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: PACCAR Incorporated
21V00N000 Dec 29, 2021
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Defect Description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Peterbilt 567, 579, 2021-2022 Peterbilt 536, 2017-2021 Kenworth T880, 2016-2022 Kenworth T680, 2018-2020 Kenworth T440, 2020 Kenworth T270, and 2021 Kenworth T280 vehicles. The methane detection system will not function if the system loses... Read more
Consequence
The operator may be unaware of a system malfunction or the presence of excessive methane levels, increasing the risk of injury or fire.
Remedy
Dealers will re-wire the warning alarm, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 1, 2022. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220, and Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 21KWH and 21PBN.
1,107 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: PACCAR Incorporated
20V199000 Apr 6, 2020
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT
Defect Description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2008-2019 Peterbilt 330, 335, 337, 340, 348, 365, 367, 384, 386, 387, 388, 389, 567, 579 and 587 vehicles and 2008-2020 Kenworth T170, T270, T370, T660, T680, T800, T880, and W900 vehicles equipped with NAMUX Software. In the event that the Anti-lo... Read more
Consequence
If the driver unknowingly operates the vehicle without the ABS functioning, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will update the NAMUX software within the cab control module, free of charge. PACCAR issued owners an interim notification on June 4, 2020. The recall began May 26, 2020. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888 or Peterbilt customer se... Read more
460,515 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: PACCAR Incorporated
18V816000 Nov 16, 2018
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2013-2019 Kenworth T680 and T880 and Peterbilt 579 trucks, greater than 30 feet long and equipped with side extender mounted intermediate marker lamp/turn signals that do not include a reflex reflector. Since both intermediate side marker lamps and ... Read more
Consequence
Missing reflex reflectors can reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
PACCAR will notify owners and dealers will install reflex reflective tape, free of charge. The recall began January 15, 2019. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-918-259-3258. PACCAR's number for this recall is 18KWF, and 18PBC.
1,619 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: PACCAR Incorporated
18V657000 Sep 21, 2018
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
Defect Description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Kenworth C500, T600, T660, T680, T800, T880 and W900 trucks, as well as Peterbilt 367, 386, 389, 567, 579 and 587 trucks, equipped with Cummins ISX15 or X15 diesel engines. In certain driving conditions, such as on a long down-hill grade, ... Read more
Consequence
If the fuel line bursts, fuel may leak onto the road resulting in a roadway hazard for other motorists. The engine may also stall without warning, resulting in the vehicle's inability to restart, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Cummins will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspect fuel pump cooling circuit screen, free of charge. The recall began November 21, 2018. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 18E081.
48,896 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: PACCAR Incorporated
18V368000 Jun 1, 2018
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT
Defect Description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Peterbilt 567 and 579 trucks and 2015-2018 Kenworth T660, T680, T800, T880 and W900 trucks. In the event that the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) loses battery and/or ignition power to the controller, the dash warning light for the ABS may no... Read more
Consequence
If the driver unknowingly operates the vehicle without the ABS functioning, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will update the NAMUX software within the cab control module, free of charge. PACCAR issued owners an interim notification on July 30, 2018. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-918-259-3258 or Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000.
85,626 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: PACCAR Incorporated
18V092000 Feb 2, 2018
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
Defect Description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Kenworth T680 and T880 trucks, and Peterbilt 567 and 579 trucks, all equipped with an automated Eaton UltraShift Plus or Eaton Advantage Transmission with right hand stalk shifter. The display that indicates which transmission gear the dri... Read more
Consequence
A truck that does not move as expected can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will install a transmission software update, free of charge. The recall began on March 9, 2018. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000 or Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's numbers for this recall is 18KWA and 118-A... Read more
1,938 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: PACCAR Incorporated
17V471000 Jul 25, 2017
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Defect Description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Peterbilt 567 and 579 Kenworth T680 and T880 trucks equipped with optional spotlights. The spotlight circuit may not be adequately protected in the event of a short.
Consequence
A short in the spotlight circuitry may increase the risk of a fire at the cab fuse block.
Remedy
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will change the polyfuse switch in the spotlight circuit to a standard fuse, free of charge. The recall began on September 19, 2017. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 17KWC and 717-B.
5,731 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: PACCAR Incorporated
17V322000 May 16, 2017
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Defect Description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Kenworth T800 and T880 vehicles equipped with Neway ADZ tridem rear suspensions. The brake control airline may be the incorrect size, resulting in an imbalance in the service brake application timing. As such, these vehicles fail to comp... Read more
Consequence
An incorrectly sized airline may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Kenworth will notify owners, and dealers will modify the air brake system with updated brake piping, free of charge. The recall began on June 21, 2017. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000. PACCAR's number for this recall is 17KWB.
23 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: PACCAR Incorporated
17V103000 Feb 15, 2017
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Kenworth K370, T680, T880 and 2017-2018 Peterbilt 567 and 579 trucks. The plastic fuel tee fittings on these trucks may leak fuel.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Kenworth and Peterbilt will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspect fuel tees, free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2017. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000 and Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4000. PACCAR's numbers for this recall is 17KWA... Read more
465 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: PACCAR Incorporated
16V426000 Jun 10, 2016
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE
Defect Description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2017 Kenworth C500, T660, T680, T800, T880, and W900 vehicles manufactured March 9, 2016, to April 26, 2016 and 2017 Peterbilt 320, 365, 367, 389, 567, 579, and 587 vehicles manufactured March 10, 2016, to May 6, 2016. The affected vehicl... Read more
Consequence
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Cummins will notify owners, and Cummins dealers will replace the defective engine control modules, free of charge. The began on July 8, 2016. Owners may contact Cummins customer service at 1-800-343-7357, Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000 or Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4000. ... Read more
3,227 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: PACCAR Incorporated

Complaint Statistics

1 total complaints

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
EXTERIOR LIGHTING1
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Jun 1, 2019
Incident date: May 30, 2019
TURN SIGNALS FAIL TO CONTINUE TO FLASH EVEN AFTER SELECTED. DASH INDICATOR LIGHT WILL RAPID FLASH BUT NOTHING OUTSIDE THE TRACTOR OR THE TRAILERS WILL ILLUMINATE. TRACTOR HAS BEEN BACK TO DEALER SEVERAL TIMES. THEY "REFLASH" THE TRUCK CAB CONTROL COMPUTER BUT THAT HAS NEVER YET FIXED THE PROBLEM. TH... Read more

Technical Service Bulletins, 2017 KENWORTH T880

95 manufacturer communications from 58 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING17
350000 EQUIPMENT14
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM11
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY6
100000 POWER TRAIN5
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM5
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE4
160000 STRUCTURE3
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
E304 Oct 18, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
E304: PACCAR MX-11 and MX-13 EMY2016 NOx and N2O Exceedance Emissions Recall Certain vehicles with PACCAR MX-11 and MX-13 EMY2016 engines with less than 300,000 miles (482,803 km) have been shown, in testing, to exceed regulatory limits
E293 Jun 9, 2023
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Emissions Recall Certain Vehicle Model Year 2017-2019 chassis equipped with EPA2017 compliant PACCAR MX-13 engines have an EGR flex pipe that can develop cracks and leak untreated exhaust. The EGR Flex pipe will be replaced if it has a susp
E293 Jun 9, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Emissions Recall Certain Vehicle Model Year 2017-2019 chassis equipped with EPA2017 compliant PACCAR MX-13 engines have an EGR flex pipe that can develop cracks and leak untreated exhaust. The EGR Flex pipe will be replaced if it has a susp
43-072 Jun 2, 2023
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Certain chassis with Engine Model Year 2016-2021 PACCAR MX-11/MX-13, or EPA13 and EPA21 Cummins ISX12/ISX15/X15 engines that had a previously failed DEF sensor and with DEF sensor software disabled due to industry DEF sensor shortages will
43-072 Jun 2, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Certain chassis with Engine Model Year 2016-2021 PACCAR MX-11/MX-13, or EPA13 and EPA21 Cummins ISX12/ISX15/X15 engines that had a previously failed DEF sensor and with DEF sensor software disabled due to industry DEF sensor shortages will
E279 Jun 1, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
E279: PACCAR MX-13/MX-11 Engine MY17 Software Incorrectly Sets DTC P1092 PACCAR MX-13/MX-11 Engine MY17 Software Incorrectly Sets DTC P1092 Emission Recall - PACCAR MX-13/MX-11 MY2017 software incorrectly sets DTC P1092, which could resul
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
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.
51-013 Feb 4, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Due to major data carriers phasing out 3G networks, chassis currently utilizing first generation Peoplenet Mobile Gateway (PMG001) will experience severe 3G service degradation as early as January of 2022. Chassis currently utilizing 3G a
51-013 Feb 4, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Due to major data carriers phasing out 3G networks, chassis currently utilizing first generation Peoplenet Mobile Gateway (PMG001) will experience severe 3G service degradation as early as January of 2022. Chassis currently utilizing 3G a
03-074 Nov 9, 2021
251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)
Non-Safety Campaign - The TPMS ECU is not communicating properly with TPMS sensors. The result is a delay or failure of communication between the TPMS ECU and the TPMS sensors , causing inaccurate TPMS readings. A firmware update resolves t
43-071 Sep 21, 2021
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Fix-As-Fail a?? Due to undersupply issues, only a limited supply of Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) sensors are available. As a temporary solution, after PACCAR confirms a DEF sensor is not available, a temporary software update will allow a veh
21KWC Jun 22, 2021
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Safety Recall a?? Cummins Fuel Rail Leak a?? NHTSA ID: 21V391 / TC: 2021-323, Cummins Recall: C2423.A Cummins PX9 and ISX12 fuel rails may leak around a sealing washer, potentially resulting in fuel leaks.A Undetected prolonged diesel fuel
E271 Jun 8, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
An engine software update is required to resolve OBD system readiness, DEF doser diagnostics, and otherOBD system software related issues.
E265 May 25, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Selected engines have been identified to receive a camshaft inspection and an update for improved camshaft lubrication.
32-017 Feb 25, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Non-Safety Campaign a?? The batteries may drain quickly due to the VECU not going to sleep. Updated VECU software is available to resolve the issue.
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
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
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.
T010 Dec 18, 2020
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Non-Safety Campaign a?? Vehicles with PACCAR transmissions may experience transmission service lamp activation, no gear engagement from neutral, and/or DTC 511 FMI 7 or 10 is set. Transmission software and shift calibration updates are avai
T010 Dec 18, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
Non-Safety Campaign a?? Vehicles with PACCAR transmissions may experience transmission service lamp activation, no gear engagement from neutral, and/or DTC 511 FMI 7 or 10 is set. Transmission software and shift calibration updates are avai
T010 Dec 18, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Non-Safety Campaign a?? Vehicles with PACCAR transmissions may experience transmission service lamp activation, no gear engagement from neutral, and/or DTC 511 FMI 7 or 10 is set. Transmission software and shift calibration updates are avai
T010 Dec 18, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Non-Safety Campaign a?? Vehicles with PACCAR transmissions may experience transmission service lamp activation, no gear engagement from neutral, and/or DTC 511 FMI 7 or 10 is set. Transmission software and shift calibration updates are avai
26-035 Dec 18, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
Non-safety campaign: Vehicles equipped with an Eaton Endurant 12 speed transmission may experience transmission service lamp activation, no gear engagement from neutral, and/or DTC 511 FMI 7 or 10 is set. Resolution is to update the transm
26-035 Dec 18, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Non-safety campaign: Vehicles equipped with an Eaton Endurant 12 speed transmission may experience transmission service lamp activation, no gear engagement from neutral, and/or DTC 511 FMI 7 or 10 is set. Resolution is to update the transm
26-035 Dec 18, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Non-safety campaign: Vehicles equipped with an Eaton Endurant 12 speed transmission may experience transmission service lamp activation, no gear engagement from neutral, and/or DTC 511 FMI 7 or 10 is set. Resolution is to update the transm
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.
32-014 Oct 12, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Fix-As-Fail a?? The Battery Management System (BMS) may report the incorrect battery condition. Additional diagnostics are available to correctly determine and repair the root cause of the issue.
37-001 Aug 26, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Fix-As-Fail a?? The Master Switch Module (MSM) may lose dash switch memory and functionality when the battery disconnect switch is cycled. An improved MSM is available to resolve the issue.
37-001 Aug 26, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Fix-As-Fail a?? The Master Switch Module (MSM) may lose dash switch memory and functionality when the battery disconnect switch is cycled. An improved MSM is available to resolve the issue.
37-001 Aug 26, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Fix-As-Fail a?? The Master Switch Module (MSM) may lose dash switch memory and functionality when the battery disconnect switch is cycled. An improved MSM is available to resolve the issue.
13-054 Jul 29, 2020
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Fix-As-Fail - Bendix New-Gen Lightweight Steer Axle Drum Brake Spider Cracking
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
43-066 Mar 27, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
DEF tank covers may become loose and potentially crack on vehicles built before October 2019 with DEF tank part number M86-6221-003**(TANK-DEF MEDIUM ASSY) and M86-6222-003**(TANK-DEF LARGE, ASSY). Resolution is to resolve the vibration on
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.
32-013 Jan 3, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Information Only: The AutoStart System Test does not recognize the hood opening and closing when running the test on a model 579 or 567 chassis equipped with a VECU software version 9.8 and 9.9. The issue will be fixed on a future VECU sof
43-063 Dec 19, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Emissions Campaign ??A?A? The Engine Overspeed lamp may illuminate during a smoke opacity test. A software update is available to resolve the issue.
43-063 Dec 19, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Emissions Campaign ??A?A? The Engine Overspeed lamp may illuminate during a smoke opacity test. A software update is available to resolve the issue.
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.
01-071 Nov 21, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Fix-As-Fail The evaporator core may crack in vehicles with the ISX-15 engine. An improved suction line has been released that removes stress transferred to the evaporator core.
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
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).
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).
44-030 Aug 30, 2019
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Fix-As-Fail - Nylon fuel lines may be too short, potentially resulting in a cracked or loose, low pressure fuel fitting at the engine or fuel tank, which may introduce air into the fuel system resulting in a hard-to-start or no-start condit
42-056 Aug 28, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Fix-As-Fail -??A? Composite fittings used in the cooling system may crack, resulting in coolant leaks. Brass fittings are available to replace the composite fittings.
42-058 Aug 23, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Fix-As-Fail: Two separate causes have been identified as root cause of intermittent low coolant indicator illumination.
01-073 Aug 2, 2019
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Fix as Fail HVAC system may demonstrate inadequate temperature control, be stuck in defrost mode, or have intermittent changes in fan speed that can be remedied with an updated HVAC software.
01-073 Aug 2, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Fix as Fail HVAC system may demonstrate inadequate temperature control, be stuck in defrost mode, or have intermittent changes in fan speed that can be remedied with an updated HVAC software.
34-077 Apr 8, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Information Only: Proper instructions for closure of power distribution box cover to prevent corrosion.
34-077 Apr 8, 2019
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Information Only: Proper instructions for closure of power distribution box cover to prevent corrosion.
34-072 Nov 6, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Information: J1939 CAN BUS Best Practices
E223 Oct 8, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Non-Safety Campaign: vehicles built between February 01, 2017 and April 03, 2017, were built with a heavy-duty end-out selective catalytic reduction (SCR) component that may develop cracks in the ribs of the internal flange.
03-062 Jun 29, 2018
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Fix-As-Fail: Bendix Wingman radars with ice/snow buildup on the optional PACCAR radar cover may experience false warnings and mild brake applications from the Wingman System.
03-062 Jun 29, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Fix-As-Fail: Bendix Wingman radars with ice/snow buildup on the optional PACCAR radar cover may experience false warnings and mild brake applications from the Wingman System.
03-062 Jun 29, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Fix-As-Fail: Bendix Wingman radars with ice/snow buildup on the optional PACCAR radar cover may experience false warnings and mild brake applications from the Wingman System.
32-010 Apr 6, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Information only - Customer installed inverters may be wired incorrectly.
32-010 Apr 6, 2018
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Information only - Customer installed inverters may be wired incorrectly.
32-010 Apr 6, 2018
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Information only - Customer installed inverters may be wired incorrectly.
TT8136 Mar 16, 2018
100000 POWER TRAIN
Tip for technicians to avoid a conflict with the engine controller when re-programming the transmission
44-029 Mar 2, 2018
045400 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CHAMBER
Non-Safety Campaign - The coolant lines connected to the fuel filter may interfere with the brake chamber on certain T680/T880 vehicles. Repeated interference may cause the fittings to break and leak coolant.
44-029 Mar 2, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Non-Safety Campaign - The coolant lines connected to the fuel filter may interfere with the brake chamber on certain T680/T880 vehicles. Repeated interference may cause the fittings to break and leak coolant.
44-029 Mar 2, 2018
092300 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:FUEL FILTER
Non-Safety Campaign - The coolant lines connected to the fuel filter may interfere with the brake chamber on certain T680/T880 vehicles. Repeated interference may cause the fittings to break and leak coolant.
18-008 Jan 22, 2018
200000 WHEELS
Fix-As-Fail ? There is an updated plug to fix leaking steer axle hubcaps.
18-008 Jan 22, 2018
204000 WHEELS:HUB
Fix-As-Fail ? There is an updated plug to fix leaking steer axle hubcaps.
7-17 Jan 22, 2018
200000 WHEELS
Fix-As-Fail ? There is an updated plug to fix leaking steer axle hubcaps.
7-17 Jan 22, 2018
204000 WHEELS:HUB
Fix-As-Fail ? There is an updated plug to fix leaking steer axle hubcaps.
03-063 Jan 17, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Fix-As-Fail ? Some vehicles may set a ?Cluster Not Detected? error message when connecting to the CECU with ESA.
43-051 Jan 9, 2018
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Campaign ? The lower elbow of the exhaust system does not have a drain hole, allowing water to collect in the pipes and overflow into the aftertreatment canister.
27-007 Nov 20, 2017
102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Informational Only ? False Fault Codes may become active with column mounted shifter and Eaton Automated Manual Transmissions (AMT)
34-060 Sep 28, 2017
114005 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL
Non Safety Campaign: The circuit for the Trailer Hotline/Trailer Power may not be properly protected on Model T680/T880 vehicles equipped with this option.
34-060 Sep 28, 2017
210000 TRAILER HITCHES
Non Safety Campaign: The circuit for the Trailer Hotline/Trailer Power may not be properly protected on Model T680/T880 vehicles equipped with this option.
43-048 Sep 27, 2017
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Fix-As-Fail: Repair for horizontal exhaust diffuser configurations with broken brackets or cracked diffuser.
01069 Jun 30, 2017
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Non-Safety Campaign: The Kenworth Idle Management System (KIMS) may shut down during use. A software issue, corrected by replacing the control panel, has been identified as the source of this issue.
01-070 Mar 9, 2017
354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
FIX-AS-FAIL: KENWORTH T680/T880 HVAC PANEL AND TEMPERATURE MODE DOORS NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY
01-068 Nov 4, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
FIX-AS-FAIL: AN INTERNAL ISSUE MAY CAUSE SOME HVAC MODE DOOR ACTUATORS TO FAIL. THIS WILL CAUSE THE HVAC SYSTEM TO ACT ERRATICALLY OR CONSTANTLY TURN ON AND OFF.
E162 Sep 30, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Incorrectly sized bolts may allow the venturri support bracket to vibrate.
E162 Sep 30, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Incorrectly sized bolts may allow the venturri support bracket to vibrate.
E162 Sep 30, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Incorrectly sized bolts may allow the venturri support bracket to vibrate.
02-136 Sep 22, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Sleeper roof panels separating.
02-136 Sep 22, 2016
160000 STRUCTURE
Sleeper roof panels separating.
15-025 Aug 8, 2016
010000 STEERING
NON-SAFETY CAMPAIGN - AN INCORRECTLY ROUTED WIRE LOOM MAY CATCH ON THE STEERING COLUMN DURING USE, DAMAGING THE STEERING ANGLE SENSOR (SAS) WIRE, CAUSING AN ERROR MESSAGE AND DEACTIVATION OF THE VEHICLE?S STABILITY CONTROL SYSTEM
27-026 Jul 28, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Eaton ultrashift plus excessive engine over-speed lamp on.
27-026 Jul 28, 2016
100000 POWER TRAIN
Eaton ultrashift plus excessive engine over-speed lamp on.
27-026 Jul 28, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
FIX-AS-FAIL - ENGINE OVER-SPEED LAMP COULD COME ON AFTER A DOWNSHIFT WITH THE EATON ULTRASHIFT PLUS TRANSMISSION. THIS DOES NOT AFFECT THE FUNCTION OF THE VEHICLE.
51-009 Jul 7, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Predictive Cruise control (PCC) incomplete assembly and programming.
51-009 Jul 7, 2016
160000 STRUCTURE
Predictive Cruise control (PCC) incomplete assembly and programming.
51-009 Jul 7, 2016
090000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
NON-SAFETY CAMPAIGN - POSSIBLE ASSEMBLY AND PROGRAMMING ISSUES WITH THE PCC SYSTEM MAY REDUCE THE FUEL SAVINGS BENEFIT OF PCC.

KENWORTH T880 - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the KENWORTH T880 across all model years (2011, 2026).

139 Total Recalls
12 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
3 Reported Crashes
1 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

KENWORTH T880 - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2026 2 0 View
2025 9 0 View
2024 7 1 View
2023 7 0 View
2022 8 0 View
2021 8 1 View
2020 10 0 View
2019 10 0 View
2018 16 4 View
2017 (current) 11 1
2016 15 2 View
2015 12 0 View
2014 12 3 View
2013 7 0 View
2012 3 0 View
2011 2 0 View

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