2022 KENWORTH W990

6 recalls, 0 complaints - 38 TSBs

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.
220,764 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: PACCAR Incorporated
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
70,509 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: PACCAR Incorporated
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.
74,730 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
21V906000 Nov 19, 2021
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Defect Description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Kenworth T880, W990, Peterbilt 567, 579, 389, and 2022 Peterbilt 536, 537 wrecker and auto hauler vehicles. The work brake (winch brake) may unintentionally disengage the service brakes during winching operations, causing the vehicle to ro... Read more
Consequence
Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 3, 2022. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-425-828-5888 (Kenworth); or 1-940-591-4220 (Peterbilt). PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 21KWG and 21PBM.
908 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: PACCAR Incorporated
21V262000 Apr 13, 2021
POWER TRAIN
Defect Description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2022 Kenworth T440, T470, T800, and W900 vehicles. The starter interrupt may allow the vehicle to start when the transmission is not in PARK. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard ... Read more
Consequence
Starting the vehicle when the transmission is not in PARK may cause unintended vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Paccar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and reconnect the transmission and chassis harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 26, 2021. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-425-828-5888. PACCAR's number for this recall is 21KWB.
53 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: PACCAR Incorporated

No complaints found for this vehicle.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2022 KENWORTH W990

38 manufacturer communications from 22 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING14
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM5
350000 EQUIPMENT5
160000 STRUCTURE3
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE2
130000 VISIBILITY1
136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER1
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY1
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
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.
02-174 Aug 30, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Certain W990 hood-mounted engine air intake covers could loosen and rattle or separate from vehicle. New air intake covers are available with improved retention. Installation of new covers requires hood modification. Procedures are availabl
02-174 Aug 30, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Certain W990 hood-mounted engine air intake covers could loosen and rattle or separate from vehicle. New air intake covers are available with improved retention. Installation of new covers requires hood modification. Procedures are availabl
02-174 Aug 30, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Certain W990 hood-mounted engine air intake covers could loosen and rattle or separate from vehicle. New air intake covers are available with improved retention. Installation of new covers requires hood modification. Procedures are availabl
02-184 Aug 30, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Certain W990 chassis may have hood hardware that could loosen. Additionally, some chassis may have hood rests that are too rigid causing excessive noise. Hood attaching hardware and hood rests will be replaced as necessary.
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
E283 Jun 9, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PACCAR MX Engine Model Year 2021B Engine Fuel Injector Connectors Not Seated Campaign - Certain Model Year 2022 chassis equipped with an Engine Model Year 2021B PACCAR MX-11 or MX-13 engine may experience partially seated fuel injector el
E283 Jun 9, 2023
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
PACCAR MX Engine Model Year 2021B Engine Fuel Injector Connectors Not Seated Campaign - Certain Model Year 2022 chassis equipped with an Engine Model Year 2021B PACCAR MX-11 or MX-13 engine may experience partially seated fuel injector el
E283 Jun 9, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
PACCAR MX Engine Model Year 2021B Engine Fuel Injector Connectors Not Seated Campaign - Certain Model Year 2022 chassis equipped with an Engine Model Year 2021B PACCAR MX-11 or MX-13 engine may experience partially seated fuel injector el
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
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.
E297 Jul 27, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
When updating the software on a truck to RC6 or higher, please ensure a PM sensor is physically installed before performing the software update.
32-021 Apr 18, 2022
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Model Year 2022 chassis with Cummins X15 engines may have inoperative auto-start systems due to a Cummins software update. Refer to Cummins bulletin TSB210135.
32-021 Apr 18, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Model Year 2022 chassis with Cummins X15 engines may have inoperative auto-start systems due to a Cummins software update. Refer to Cummins bulletin TSB210135.
E285 Apr 4, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Emissions Recall: Engine Model Year 2021 MX engines built to EPA 21 emission standards (MY21B) and manufactured without a Particulate Matter (PM) sensor are required to have a PM sensor installed and the engine software updated. This is req
E285 Apr 4, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Emissions Recall: Engine Model Year 2021 MX engines built to EPA 21 emission standards (MY21B) and manufactured without a Particulate Matter (PM) sensor are required to have a PM sensor installed and the engine software updated. This is req
E286 Mar 23, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Engine Model Year 2021B and later PACCAR MX-11 and MX-13 Fuel Injector Adjustment During First C Service
E286 Mar 23, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine Model Year 2021B and later PACCAR MX-11 and MX-13 Fuel Injector Adjustment During First C Service
13-059 Feb 17, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
On certain Model Year 2023 chassis with manual transmissions, the optional a??Audible Alarm when Door is Open and Park Brake is not seta?? feature operates incorrectly due to a software issue. The software will be corrected when available
13-059 Feb 17, 2022
050000 PARKING BRAKE
On certain Model Year 2023 chassis with manual transmissions, the optional a??Audible Alarm when Door is Open and Park Brake is not seta?? feature operates incorrectly due to a software issue. The software will be corrected when available
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
02-168 Sep 20, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
Information Only - Rear axle Quarter Fenders with less than two inches of clearance between the top of the quarter fender and the bottom of the trailer/equipment are susceptible to damage. The lack of clearance could result in cracked/broke
21KWD Jun 14, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Information Only a?? C hassis equipped with MY2021 B EPA emission s standards will be shipped through atleast the end of the 2021 calendar year without particulate matter (PM) sensors installed .
15-029 Jun 1, 2021
010000 STEERING
Information Only a?? Power steering reservoir cap may separate during removal when it is pulled upward instead of twisted.
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
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.
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.

KENWORTH W990 - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the KENWORTH W990 across all model years (2018, 2027).

43 Total Recalls
0 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
0 Reported Crashes
0 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

KENWORTH W990 - Year by Year

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Year Recalls Complaints
2027 2 0 View
2026 2 0 View
2025 8 0 View
2024 6 0 View
2023 6 0 View
2022 (current) 6 0
2021 5 0 View
2020 5 0 View
2019 2 0 View
2018 1 0 View

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