2016 Kenworth C500 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 2016 Kenworth C500 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

3Recalls
0Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2016 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.

Warning Lights May Not Alert Driver to Engine Failure

Recall 18V555Aug 22, 201811,429 vehicles affected

Some trucks may have been built with engine wiring that lacks the circuits for the check engine light and stop engine light.

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.

2016 Kenworth C500 questions

Does the 2016 Kenworth C500 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2016 Kenworth C500: Insufficient Air Tank Volume Can Weaken Brakes; Warning Lights May Not Alert Driver to Engine Failure; Water Can Disable Wipers and Cause Electrical Fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

How do I check if a recall on my 2016 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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