2021 Kenworth T680 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

7 safety recalls on file

The 2021 Kenworth T680 has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

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2021 Kenworth T680 recalls

Trucks May Lose Drive Power Suddenly, Raising Crash Risk

Recall 25V181Mar 24, 2025238 vehicles affected

Certain Kenworth T680 and Peterbilt 520, 579 and T680 trucks may have high voltage (HV) contactors that open unexpectedly.

Braking and stability systems may fail, raising crash risk

Recall 24V915Dec 9, 2024220,764 vehicles affected

The electronic control unit (ECU) that runs the anti-lock brakes, traction control, electronic stability control, active cruise control and collision mitigation system can receive electrical noise or a weak signal.

Gear Shifter Connection Can Fail, Disabling Truck After Stop

Recall 24V190Mar 20, 202470,509 vehicles affected

A right-hand gear shifter stalk connector may have been improperly crimped, which can cause a loss of communication between the gear shifter and the transmission.

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.

Methane alarm may fail if power is lost, risking fire

Recall 21V00NDec 29, 20211,107 vehicles affected

Certain heavy-duty trucks have a wiring defect in the methane detection system.

Engine Flywheel Can Detach, Causing Power Loss

Recall 21V080Feb 17, 2021132 vehicles affected

The capscrews attaching the flywheel to the crankshaft may have been improperly torqued, so the flywheel can come loose from the engine.

Trucks May Take Longer to Release Brakes, Raising Crash Risk

Recall 20V593Sep 28, 20201,416 vehicles affected

Certain 2016-2021 Kenworth T680 trucks with a 2.1m cab and WABCO 6S/6M antilock brake system with drum brakes were built with a standard rear-brake ABS modulator valve instead of a quick release valve.

2021 Kenworth T680 questions

Does the 2021 Kenworth T680 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2021 Kenworth T680: Trucks May Lose Drive Power Suddenly, Raising Crash Risk; Braking and stability systems may fail, raising crash risk; Gear Shifter Connection Can Fail, Disabling Truck After Stop; Insufficient Air Tank Volume Can Weaken Brakes; Methane alarm may fail if power is lost, risking fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

How do I check if a recall on my 2021 Kenworth T680 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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