2016 KENWORTH W900
11 recalls, 0 complaints - 47 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.
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
18V555000 Aug 22, 2018
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
Defect Description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Kenworth C500, T660, T800, and W900 vehicles, equipped with 1.9M ISX15 engines. The engine harnesses may have been manufactured without check engine light (CEL) and stop engine light (SEL) circuits, preventing the driver from being warned ... Read more
Consequence
If the driver is not warned of a serious engine problem, the engine may unexpectedly fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will inspect or test the ISX15 engine harness, and install an overlay jumper harness to supply the missing CEL and SEL circuits, free of charge. The recall began November 30, 2018. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-918-259-3258. PACCAR's number... Read more
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.
17V593000 Sep 22, 2017
STEERING
Defect Description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2016 Peterbilt 220, 320, 325, 330, 337, 348, 365, 367, 382, 384, 386, 389, 389G, 567, 579 and 587 trucks and Kenworth K170, T170, T270, T370, T440, T470,T660, T680, T800, T880, and W900 trucks equipped with certain Spicer D or E series steer axles. ... Read more
Consequence
If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening it as necessary. If the tie rod stud and knuckle on units cannot be sufficiently torqued, the dealer will replace the knuckle and tie rod end assembly, free of charge. The recall began on ... Read more
16V362000 May 26, 2016
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Defect Description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2016 Kenworth W900 trucks manufactured May 19, 2015, to December 21, 2015. The affected vehicles may have a temporary loss of headlights when being switched from low beam to high beam mode. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the... Read more
Consequence
A loss of headlights while switching to high beams will reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Kenworth will notify owners, and dealers will alter the wiring harness to enable the high beams to illuminate, free of charge. The recall began on July 13, 2016. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000. Kenworth's number for this recall is 16KWA.
15V597000 Sep 24, 2015
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Defect Description
Paccar Incorporated (Paccar) is recalling certain model year 2016 Kenworth T370, T660, T680, T800, T880, and W900 vehicles manufactured July 31, 2015, to August 12, 2015, and 2016 Peterbilt 337, 348, 365, 367, 382, 386, 389, 567, 579, and 587 vehicles manufactured August 4, 2015, to August 12, 2015.... Read more
Consequence
An engine that stalls without warning increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will replace the defective engine control modules, free of charge. The recall began on October 22, 2015. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000 or Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4000. Paccar's numbers for this recall are 15KWM... Read more
15V457000 Jul 22, 2015
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Defect Description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2016 Kenworth T440, T470, T660, T680, T800, T880, and W900 trucks manufactured February 16, 2015, to March 9, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with an SR-7 spring brake valve assembly that may have had the primary and secondary se... Read more
Consequence
A loss of braking ability would increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Kenworth will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and correct the air line installations as required, free of charge. The recall began on September 16, 2015. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000. PACCAR's number for this recall is 15KWK.
15V309000 May 26, 2015
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Defect Description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2010-2016 Kenworth T440, T800, and W900 trucks manufactured August 31, 2009, to April 20, 2015, and 2008-2015 Peterbilt 320, 337, 348, 365, 382, and 384 trucks manufactured July 27, 2007, to April 28, 2015, and equipped with certain Cummin... Read more
Consequence
If engine oil comes into contact with a hot surface, there is an increased risk of a fire.
Remedy
Cummins will notify owners on behalf of PACCAR, and Cummins service centers will administer the repairs which include securing the ends of the 90-degree elbow and reprogramming the electronic control module (ECM) with software that can adjust the engine output under misfire conditions to limit crank... Read more
15V272000 May 11, 2015
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Defect Description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2016 Kenworth T660, T680, T800, T880, and W900 trucks manufactured February 1, 2015, to April 20, 2015. During assembly, the affected vehicles did not undergo the rear wheel mounting torque verification process, and thus the rear wheels m... Read more
Consequence
If the rear wheel lug nuts are undertorqued, the wheels may separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Kenworth will notify owners, and dealers will verify that the rear wheel lug nuts are correctly tightened, free of charge. The recall began on July 1, 2015. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000. Kenworth's number for this recall is 15KWG.
15V271000 May 8, 2015
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
Defect Description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Kenworth T270, T370, T440, T470, C500, C540, C550, T660, T800, W900, and 963 trucks manufactured November 1, 2010, to April 6, 2015. In the affected trucks, water may leak into the wiper motor.
Consequence
As water leaks in, the wiper may cease to function on the 'intermittent' setting, reducing the driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, the water may cause corrosion which, over time, may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
PACCAR is still developing and testing a remedy. The recall is expected to begin in July 2015. An interim letter was sent to owners on July 2, 2015. The recall began on September 2, 1015. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000. PACCAR's number for this recall is 15KWF.
No complaints found for this vehicle.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2016 KENWORTH W900
47 manufacturer communications from 27 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 7 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 6 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 4 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 3 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 2 |
| 200000 WHEELS | 2 |
| 204000 WHEELS:HUB | 2 |
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
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
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.
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
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.
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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.
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
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).
01-074
Aug 30, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Fix-As-Fail -??A? C500, T440/T470, T800, W900 chassis HVAC Controllers may become unresponsive after rotating the temperature control knob quickly. HVAC Controllers with improved firmware are available to resolve this issue.
01-074
Aug 30, 2019
130000 VISIBILITY
Fix-As-Fail -??A? C500, T440/T470, T800, W900 chassis HVAC Controllers may become unresponsive after rotating the temperature control knob quickly. HVAC Controllers with improved firmware are available to resolve this issue.
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.
03-070
Jun 10, 2019
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Fix as Fail: Vehicles built 11/30/15 to 7/18/16 may display an error message in the Service Advised display after updating CECU software.
03-070
Jun 10, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Fix as Fail: Vehicles built 11/30/15 to 7/18/16 may display an error message in the Service Advised display after updating CECU software.
03-070
Jun 10, 2019
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Fix as Fail: Vehicles built 11/30/15 to 7/18/16 may display an error message in the Service Advised display after updating CECU software.
43-056
Jun 14, 2018
190000 TIRES
Non-Safety Campaign- Incorrect GHG emissions identifier label for the tire classification listed on printed label.
43-056
Jun 14, 2018
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Non-Safety Campaign- Incorrect GHG emissions identifier label for the tire classification listed on printed label.
43-056
Jun 14, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Non-Safety Campaign- Incorrect GHG emissions identifier label for the tire classification listed on printed label.
63-008
Mar 26, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Non-Safety Campaign - OBD modem is unable to communicate to telematics systems.
7-17
Jan 22, 2018
204000 WHEELS:HUB
Fix-As-Fail ? There is an updated plug to fix leaking steer axle hubcaps.
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.
26-029
Nov 21, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Fix-As-Fail - A U1548 fault code is present in the DAVIE log file, with no fault lamp illuminated or other obvious symptoms.
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.
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.
51-007
Jul 7, 2016
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
FIX-AS-REQUESTED - NAV+ HD SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR RANDOM REBOOT FIX AND MP3 FEATURES ENABLED.
51-007
Jul 7, 2016
353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE
Nav+HD MP3 reboot update ane features enable.
51-007
Jul 7, 2016
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Nav+HD MP3 reboot update ane features enable.
51-007
Jul 7, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Nav+HD MP3 reboot update ane features enable.
51-006
May 31, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
NON-SAFETY CAMPAIGN - CHASSIS BUILT WITH PRE-PRODUCTION QV/VV MODELS OF THE NAV+ HD SYSTEM HARDWARE ARE ELIGIBLE FOR REPLACEMENT. THIS DOES NOT AFFECT THE OPERATION OF THE VEHICLE.
KENWORTH W900 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the KENWORTH W900 across all model years (1975, 2025).
258
Total Recalls
42
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
1
Reported Crashes
4
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
KENWORTH W900 - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2024 | 2 | 1 | View |
| 2023 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 2022 | 4 | 3 | View |
| 2021 | 3 | 1 | View |
| 2020 | 6 | 0 | View |
| 2019 | 7 | 0 | View |
| 2018 | 9 | 0 | View |
| 2017 | 6 | 0 | View |
| 2016 (current) | 11 | 0 | |
| 2015 | 9 | 0 | View |
| 2014 | 9 | 0 | View |
| 2013 | 7 | 0 | View |
| 2012 | 8 | 0 | View |
| 2011 | 10 | 0 | View |
| 2010 | 9 | 0 | View |
| 2009 | 17 | 0 | View |
| 2008 | 20 | 1 | View |
| 2007 | 17 | 2 | View |
| 2006 | 11 | 1 | View |
| 2005 | 9 | 2 | View |
| 2004 | 12 | 2 | View |
| 2003 | 6 | 1 | View |
| 2002 | 4 | 1 | View |
| 2001 | 9 | 1 | View |
| 2000 | 9 | 12 | View |
| 1999 | 10 | 6 | View |
| 1998 | 6 | 4 | View |
| 1997 | 5 | 1 | View |
| 1996 | 6 | 0 | View |
| 1995 | 2 | 1 | View |
| 1994 | 1 | 1 | View |
| 1991 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1983 | 1 | 1 | View |
| 1982 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1978 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1977 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1976 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1975 | 1 | 0 | View |