2012 Kenworth T440 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

9 safety recalls on file

The 2012 Kenworth T440 has 9 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

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2012 Kenworth T440 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.

Brake lights may light up without the brake pedal pressed

Recall 19V243Mar 27, 201916,342 vehicles affected

Certain emergency vehicles built on 2012 Kenworth T440 and 2018 Peterbilt 348 chassis, equipped with Whelen brake lights, may have brake lights that illuminate even when the brake pedal has not been pressed.

Hazard lights may stop flashing after braking

Recall 15V458Jul 22, 201512,551 vehicles affected

On certain Kenworth T440, T470, T660, T680 and T880 trucks, the daytime running lights do not switch off when the hazard warning lights are on.

Engine oil leak can cause fire in Peterbilt trucks

Recall 15V309May 26, 20154,823 vehicles affected

A part of the engine crankcase ventilation system, the 90-degree elbow on the vent tube assembly, can come loose from the breather when crankcase pressure runs too high.

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.

Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Park/Neutral Start Interlock Switch

Recall 14V008Jan 14, 201485 vehicles affected

Service Brakes, Air:Supply:Check Valve

Recall 12V026Jan 30, 201215,932 vehicles affected

Service Brakes, Air:Supply:Quick Release Valve

Recall 11V281May 10, 20113 vehicles affected

Service Brakes, Air:Slack Adjusters

Recall 11V157Mar 7, 2011280 vehicles affected

2012 Kenworth T440 questions

Does the 2012 Kenworth T440 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls for the 2012 Kenworth T440: Insufficient Air Tank Volume Can Weaken Brakes; Brake lights may light up without the brake pedal pressed; Hazard lights may stop flashing after braking; Engine oil leak can cause fire in Peterbilt trucks; 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 2012 Kenworth T440 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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