2011 Kenworth C500 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

The 2011 Kenworth C500 has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

6Recalls

0Owner complaints

0Crashes reported

n/aNHTSA safety rating

Is the repair still open on your C500?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2011 Kenworth C500 recalls

Insufficient Air Tank Volume Can Weaken Brakes

Recall 24V145Feb 23, 2024936 vehicles affected

Certain Kenworth trucks were built with air tanks that do not hold enough air for the brake system.

Water Can Disable Wipers and Cause Electrical Fire

Recall 15V271May 8, 2015104,807 vehicles affected

Water can leak into the windshield wiper motor on certain heavy trucks built between November 2010 and April 2015.

Engine And Engine Cooling

Recall 11V203Mar 24, 20115,831 vehicles affected

Service Brakes, Air:Slack Adjusters

Recall 11V157Mar 7, 2011280 vehicles affected

Exterior Lighting

Recall 10V452Sep 29, 20103,040 vehicles affected

Service Brakes, Air:Drum:Chamber; Structure:Body:Hood

Recall 10V212May 18, 201010 vehicles affected

2011 Kenworth C500 questions

Does the 2011 Kenworth C500 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2011 Kenworth C500: Insufficient Air Tank Volume Can Weaken Brakes; Water Can Disable Wipers and Cause Electrical Fire; Engine And Engine Cooling; Service Brakes, Air:Slack Adjusters; Exterior Lighting. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

How do I check if a recall on my 2011 Kenworth C500 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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