CarRecallWatchThe 2010 Kenworth T800 has 11 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (1 report).
2010 Kenworth T800 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.
Engine oil leak can cause fire in Peterbilt trucks
A part of the engine crankcase ventilation system, the 90-degree elbow on the vent tube assembly, can come loose from the breather when crankcase pressure runs too high.
Most common 2010 Kenworth T800 problems
Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
What owners report
TRU-FLEX TORSIONAL BELLOWS PIPE CONNECTING ENGINE TURBO CHARGER AND EXHAUST PIPE IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT LEAKS HOT EXHAUST GASES INTO CAB WHERE OPERATOR IS LOCATED. HOT EXHAUST GASES ESCAPE FROM THIS FREQUENTLY FAILING PART AND STARTS FIRES ON NEARBY COMBUSTIBLE COMPONENTS. FMCSA PART 393.83 2 E AND G IS VIOLATED. THIS PROBLEM EXTENDS AT LEAST TO MODEL YEAR 2010 THRU 2014 IN SEVERAL DIFFERENT FORMS. OPERATORS ARE FORCED TO REPLACE THESE DEFECTIVE DEVICES AT THEIR OWN EXPENSE. SOME OPERATORS HAVE EXPERIENCED SEVERAL SMALL FIRES AND THERE HAS BEEN AT LEAST ONE FIRE DESTROYING A TRUCK. MOST OF THESE FIRES HAVE BEEN SUPPRESSED BY THE OWNER OPERATORS WHEN THEY ARE SMALL. THESE FIRES ARE ESPECIALL
2010 Kenworth T800 questions
Does the 2010 Kenworth T800 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 11 safety recalls for the 2010 Kenworth T800: Insufficient Air Tank Volume Can Weaken Brakes; ABS warning light may stay off during power loss, raising crash risk; Engine oil leak can cause fire in Peterbilt trucks; Service Brakes; Fuel System, Other:Storage:Tank Assembly. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Kenworth T800?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2010 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.