CarRecallWatchThe 2005 Kenworth T800 has 12 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (1 report).
2005 Kenworth T800 recalls
Most common 2005 Kenworth T800 problems
Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
What owners report
TAKARA RECALL- OPERATING DUMP TRUCK ON A LOCAL ROAD AT APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH. DECELERATING TO A STOP AT A RED LIGHT. AS THE VEHICLE SLOWED DOWN, THE LIGHT CHANGED AND AS I ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE THE REAR OF THE TRUCK CAME UP OFF THE GROUND. WHEN I GOT OUT TO INSPECT WHAT HAPPENED, THE ENTIRE REAR AXEL DISCONNECTED FROM THE TRUCK AND WAS ON THE GROUND.
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 KENWORTH T800. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CLAMPS THAT HOLD THE BATTERY CABLES, WHICH LEAD FROM THE BATTERY TO THE STARTER, WERE NOT ADJUSTED PROPERLY. AS A RESULT, THE CABLES WERE CHAFFING. A FIRE IGNITED AND SPREAD THROUGHOUT THE ENGINE AND CAB OF THE VEHICLE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. THE INSURANCE ADJUSTER AND VEHICLE RE-BUILDER DIAGNOSED THE SOURCE OF THE FIRE. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED AND THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 250,000.
2004 AND 2005 T800 KENWORTH TRUCKS DEVELOPED A PROBLEM WHEN BACKING UP THERE IS A TWISTING OF THE ENGINE AND FRAME.***NO ANSWER REQUIRED***. *MR THE TWISTING ALSO CAUSED THE COOLING FAN TO STRIKE THE FAN SHROUD CAUSING DETERIORATION OF THE FAN AND LATER, FAILURE ALONG WITH THE RADIATOR. REPEATED FAILURE OF THE A/C CONDENSERS. THERE WERE SEVERAL FAILURES OF THE DRIVE-SHAFT CAUSING THE BOLTS ON THE REAR YOKE TO SHEAR OFF. THE DRIVE SHAFT FELL OFF OF THE VEHICLE WHILE BEING DRIVEN ON THE HIGHWAY. *SC
2005 Kenworth T800 questions
Does the 2005 Kenworth T800 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 12 safety recalls for the 2005 Kenworth T800: Service Brakes, Air; Service Brakes, Air:Disc; Suspension; Service Brakes, Air:Slack Adjusters; Engine And Engine Cooling. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Kenworth T800?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (1), Structure (1), Power Train (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2005 Kenworth T800 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.