2012 Kenworth T660 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

9 safety recalls on file

The 2012 Kenworth T660 has 9 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Engine (1 report).

9Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2012 Kenworth T660 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.

ABS warning light may stay off during power loss, raising crash risk

Recall 20V199Apr 6, 2020460,515 vehicles affected

The anti-lock brake system (ABS) controller can lose battery or ignition power.

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.

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.

Service Brakes, Air:Supply:Check Valve

Recall 12V026Jan 30, 201215,932 vehicles affected

Electrical System:Software

Recall 11V380Jul 21, 2011211 vehicles affected

Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch

Recall 11V334Jun 24, 201172 vehicles affected

Service Brakes, Air:Slack Adjusters

Recall 11V157Mar 7, 2011280 vehicles affected

Fuel System, Other:Storage:Tank Assembly

Recall 11V127Feb 23, 20114,664 vehicles affected

Most common 2012 Kenworth T660 problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Engine1

What owners report

2014-04-20, Engine
CUMMINS ENGINE HAS NOT COME FORWARD AND ANNOUNCE ON THEIR IS 15 LITERS THAT THERE ARE HAVING RINGS AND SLEEVES ISSUES. WHICH CAUSE THE ENGINE TO BURN OIL FAILING OUR DIESEL PARTICULAR FILTER WHICH COULD CAUSE A FIRE. THE EXIST DUE A DESIGNEE FAULT IN THE PISTONS OF THE ENGINES. RINGS ARE PACKING WITH SOOT AND PUSHING RINGS OPEN AND ALLOWING OIL TO BURN IN THE ENGINE . THE EXTRA THEN CAUSE DPF COG FAST MAKING MORE REGN. IF THE DPF CAN NOT CLEAR IT SELF IT IS A CONSTANT RENG. THIS COULD LEAVE TO A FIRE. *TR

2012 Kenworth T660 questions

Does the 2012 Kenworth T660 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls for the 2012 Kenworth T660: Insufficient Air Tank Volume Can Weaken Brakes; ABS warning light may stay off during power loss, raising crash risk; Hazard lights may stop flashing after braking; Water Can Disable Wipers and Cause Electrical Fire; Service Brakes, Air:Supply:Check Valve. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2012 Kenworth T660?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2012 Kenworth T660 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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