CarRecallWatchThe 2015 Kenworth T680 has 11 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 2 fires.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes (2 reports).
2015 Kenworth T680 recalls
Insufficient Air Tank Volume Can Weaken Brakes
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
The anti-lock brake system (ABS) controller can lose battery or ignition power.
Trucks Missing Side Reflectors Can Be Harder to See
Certain heavy trucks built from 2013 to 2015 with side extender marker lights lack the required reflex reflectors on those extenders.
ABS Warning Light May Not Show Loss of Anti-Lock Braking
On certain trucks, the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) controller can lose battery or ignition power without the dashboard ABS warning light coming on.
Spotlight Wiring Can Overheat and Cause a Cab Fire
A short circuit in the spotlight wiring on certain Peterbilt and Kenworth trucks may not be adequately protected.
Plastic fuel tee fittings may leak, creating fire risk
The plastic fuel tee fittings on certain heavy-duty trucks may leak fuel.
Hazard lights may stop flashing after braking
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.
Driveshaft Weld Can Fail and Cut Power to Rear Wheels
A driveshaft weld on these heavy trucks can fail because of corrosion.
Alternator cable can chafe and cause a fire
The alternator charge cable on these trucks may rub against a metal freon discharge line.
Rear axle may starve wheel bearings of lubricant, risking fire or crash
Certain 2015-2016 Kenworth T680 and T880 trucks built between November 17, 2014 and January 5, 2015 have Meritor MT-40-14X rear drive axles that may not circulate enough lubricant to the wheel end hub assembly.
Most common 2015 Kenworth T680 problems
Problem areas named in the 8 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 2 |
| Engine | 2 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2015 Kenworth T680. The contact stated while driving at 55 MPH, he noticed smoke coming through the AC vents and from underneath the hood of the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact veered to the side of the road and opened the hood of the vehicle. The contact noticed that the water pump was leaking and one of the hose pipe was cracked. The contact was able to drive the vehicle to a nearby independent mechanic. The independent mechanic diagnosed that the water pump and the hose pipe needed to be replaced. The parts were replaced; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KENWORTH T680. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEAVY TRUCK EXHIBITED NUMEROUS FAILURES WITH THE DIESEL FUEL SYSTEM WHICH CAUSED THE FAILURES OF THE NOX SENSOR, DIESEL FUEL DOSING VALVE, THE EGR COOLER, THE HC VALVE, THE AMMONIA SENSOR, THE COMMON RAIL, FUEL PUMP, EXHAUST FLEX PIPE, AND THE COMPUTER ALSO FAILED WHICH CAUSED THE HEAVY TRUCK TO NOT EXCEED 5 MPH. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER PROVIDED AN EXTENDED WARRANTY REPAIR COVERAGE HOWEVER, THE MILEAGE OF 435,000 MILES WAS EXCEEDED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 530,000.*DT*JB
MY 2015 KENWORTH T680 FROM WHAT I WAS TOLD BY THE DEALER SHOP HAS A DEFECTIVE FUEL PUMP THAT CAUSING THE ENGINE OF MY TO STALL IN THE MIDDLE OF THE HIGHWAY ALMOST CAUSED ME A TERRIBLE ACCIDENT, BUT THE MANUFACTURER REFUSED TO TAKE RESPONSIBILITY SO I AM PLACING THIS COMPLAINT TO SEE IF I CAN GET ANY ASSISTANCE, THANKS.
TAKATA RECALL MHC KENWORTH HAS REPLACED OR CORRECTED THE DRIVERS LOW BEAM LIGHT 5 TIMES, 3 FOR FEE AND 2 AS A COST TO MY BUSINESS. THE THIS HEADLIGHT CONTINUES TO MALFUNCTION AND THE LIGHT BULB IS NOT EVEN BLOWN. THE DASHBOARD LIGHTS GOES PITCH BLACK DARK. THE ORANGE ENGINE OUTLINE COMES ON EVERY SINGLE TIME THE MALFUNCTION OCCURS. THIS IS NOT SAFE AND WE CANNOT CONTINUE DRIVING THIS TRUCK LIKE THIS. THE TRUCK CONTINUES TO MISFIRE AFTER THE WARRANTY COVERED THE INJECTORS REPLACEMENT. SOME TIMES THE ENTIRE ELECTRICAL SHUT DOWN IN THE TRUCK. I NEED ANSWERS ASAP AS THIS CAN COST THOUSANDS IN FINES AND DOT FEES! THIS HAS OCCURRED MORE THAN ONCE, NUMEROUS TIMES WITH THE MOST RECENT BEING DEC 201
2015 Kenworth T680 questions
Does the 2015 Kenworth T680 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 11 safety recalls for the 2015 Kenworth T680: Insufficient Air Tank Volume Can Weaken Brakes; ABS warning light may stay off during power loss, raising crash risk; Trucks Missing Side Reflectors Can Be Harder to See; ABS Warning Light May Not Show Loss of Anti-Lock Braking; Spotlight Wiring Can Overheat and Cause a Cab Fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Kenworth T680?
Based on 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes (2), Engine (2), Fuel/Propulsion System (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2015 Kenworth T680 has been fixed?
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