CarRecallWatchThe 1999 Kenworth T800 has 12 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Suspension (2 reports).
1999 Kenworth T800 recalls
Most common 1999 Kenworth T800 problems
Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Suspension | 2 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
What owners report
RECENTLY ONE OF MY TRACTORS EQUIPPED WITH A CATEPILLAR ENGINE HAD A MAJOR ENGINE FAILURE WHICH CAUSED MY DRIVER TO MAKE AN EMERGENCY STOP ALONG A FREEWAY IN COLORADO. I WAS INFORMED THE CRANKSHAFT HAD BROKEN. BY MISTAKE A NOTICE SENT BY CATERPILLAR NAMED "CONFIDENTIAL" WAS LEFT ON A COUNTER WHICH I HAPPENED TO PICK UP AND READ. IT STATED TRUCKS WITH THIS PARTICULAR ENGINE STARTING WITH A CERTAIN SERIAL NO. AND ENDING WITH ANOTHER SERIAL NO. HAD THIS TYPE OF ENGINE FAILURE, BROKEN CRANKSHAFT, WOULD BE HANDLED ACCORDING TO THE MILEAGE ON THAT TRUCK. IT ALSO STATED NO REPAIR WAS TO BE ADMINISTERED UNTIL THE CRANKSHAFT FAILED. THE NUMBER OF ENGINES INVOLVED ACCORDING TO THE SERIAL NO. WAS APPR
WHEEL BEARINGS KEEP FAILING, STEERING TIRES KEEP GETTING EATEN UP, WHICH CAUSES VEHICLE TO PULL TO RIGHT, WHEN THIS HAPPENS BRAKES WOULD CHATTER DUE TO A LACK OF WHEEL BEARINGS. DRUM DROPPED ON BRAKE PADS AND SHOES. BRAKE SHOES WOULD BREAK OFF.*AK *YD
RECALL 99V303/ ALUMINUM DRIVELINE. PARTS THAT WERE NEEDED TO PERFORM RECALL REPAIRS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. *AK
VEHICLE EXPERIENCING ONGOING PROBLEM WITH VEHICLE CONTINUALLY PULLING TO THE RIGHT WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK
1999 Kenworth T800 questions
Does the 1999 Kenworth T800 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 12 safety recalls for the 1999 Kenworth T800: Suspension:Front:Hub; Service Brakes, Air; Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly; Suspension:Rear; Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Kenworth T800?
Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (2), Power Train (1), Engine And Engine Cooling (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1999 Kenworth T800 has been fixed?
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