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2023 KENWORTH W900

4 recalls, 0 complaints - 15 TSBs

23V717000 Oct 26, 2023
SEAT BELTS
Defect Description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2020 Kenworth T660, 2018-2024 Kenworth T800 and W900 vehicles. An additional spacer may have been added to the joint that connects the seat to the seat belt tether and buckle, causing an unsecured connection.
Consequence
An unsecured seat belt connection may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and remove the additional spacer and replace the bolt, as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed March 20, 2024. Owners may contact PACCAR's customer service at 1-425-828-5888. PACCAR's number for this recall is 23KWK.
3,841 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: PACCAR Incorporated
22V782000 Oct 18, 2022
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2023 Peterbilt 348, 367, 389, 548, 567, and Kenworth T370, T480, T800, T800B, T880, W900B, and W990 vehicles. The tie rod clamps may have been improperly heat-treated, causing them to fail and allowing the tie rods to separate.
Consequence
Tie rod separation can result in a sudden loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace both tie rod clamps, 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 22PBJ and 22K... Read more
79 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: PACCAR Incorporated
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.
1,601 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: PACCAR Incorporated
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
47,500 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: PACCAR Incorporated

No complaints found for this vehicle.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2023 KENWORTH W900

15 manufacturer communications from 8 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING6
160000 STRUCTURE2
150000 SEAT BELTS2
220000 SEATS2
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE1
350000 EQUIPMENT1
040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR1
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
23KWK Mar 1, 2024
150000 SEAT BELTS
Safety Recall Repair parts and procedures are now available. On certain Kenworth model years 2018 through 2024 C500/T660/T800/W900 trucks with Sears Atlas 70 or 80 series seats, a spacer was installed on the seatbelt mounting assembly. In
23KWK Mar 1, 2024
220000 SEATS
Safety Recall Repair parts and procedures are now available. On certain Kenworth model years 2018 through 2024 C500/T660/T800/W900 trucks with Sears Atlas 70 or 80 series seats, a spacer was installed on the seatbelt mounting assembly. In
23KWK Mar 1, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
Safety Recall Repair parts and procedures are now available. On certain Kenworth model years 2018 through 2024 C500/T660/T800/W900 trucks with Sears Atlas 70 or 80 series seats, a spacer was installed on the seatbelt mounting assembly. In
23KWK Nov 28, 2023
150000 SEAT BELTS
Safety Recall Interim Notification On certain Kenworth model year 2018 through 2024 C500/T660/T800/W900 trucks with Sears Atlas 70 or 80 series seats, an additional spacer was installed on the seatbelt mounting assembly. In a severe colli
23KWK Nov 28, 2023
220000 SEATS
Safety Recall Interim Notification On certain Kenworth model year 2018 through 2024 C500/T660/T800/W900 trucks with Sears Atlas 70 or 80 series seats, an additional spacer was installed on the seatbelt mounting assembly. In a severe colli
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 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
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
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
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.
S016 Jul 22, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
a??Chassis were shipped without door stop plates installed due to a supplier shortage. Parts kits are now available and shipped to dealers. Installation procedures and warranty information have been included. Cotter pins are not included in
FS010 May 19, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Certain T680 NextGen chassis equipped with an RCX230 Horton fan clutch and a Cummins X15 engine are experiencing an adapter harness failure. This failure causes the fan to remain activated while the truck is in operation and may trigger a c
S016 May 19, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
NFO ONLY a?? Certain Model Year 2023 T800, W900, and C500 chassis were shipped without door stop plates installed due to a supplier shortage. This bulletin will be updated once parts are available.

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

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2025 2 0 View
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2023 (current) 4 0
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 11 0 View
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
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1983 1 1 View
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1977 1 0 View
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Other KENWORTH Models

Model Recalls Complaints
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T880 330 12 View
T680 329 110 View
T380 222 2 View
T480 181 0 View
W990 178 0 View
T660 165 10 View
T440 143 1 View