CarRecallWatchThe 2016 Kenworth T800 has 12 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Tires (1 report).
2016 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.
Warning Lights May Not Alert Driver to Engine Failure
Some trucks may have been built with engine wiring that lacks the circuits for the check engine light and stop engine light.
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.
Loose Steering Tie Rod Can Cause Loss of Steering
A castellated nut on the steer axle may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen on certain 2016 Kenworth trucks equipped with specific Spicer steer axles.
Incorrect Air Brake Line Can Lengthen Stopping Distance
The brake control airline on certain Kenworth T800 and T880 trucks may be the wrong size.
Truck May Roll Backward After Shifting Out of Reverse
Certain 2016 Kenworth and Peterbilt heavy trucks with Eaton Fuller FR 10-speed manual transmissions may keep the reverse gear engaged after the shift lever is moved from reverse to neutral.
Engine May Stall Without Warning, Raising Crash Risk
The engine control module (ECM) in certain heavy trucks built in mid-2015 may short circuit.
Brake Air Lines May Be Reversed, Risking Loss of Braking
Some 2016 Kenworth T440, T470, T660, T680, T800, T880, and W900 trucks built between February 16 and March 9, 2015 may have the primary and secondary service brake air lines connected in reverse at the SR-7 spring brake valve.
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.
Loose Rear Wheels Could Separate and Cause a Crash
Some 2016 Kenworth heavy trucks built between February 1, 2015 and April 20, 2015 may have rear wheels that were not properly torqued during assembly.
Water Can Disable Wipers and Cause Electrical Fire
Water can leak into the windshield wiper motor on certain heavy trucks built between November 2010 and April 2015.
Most common 2016 Kenworth T800 problems
Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Tires | 1 |
What owners report
385/65 R22.5
2016 Kenworth T800 questions
Does the 2016 Kenworth T800 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 12 safety recalls for the 2016 Kenworth T800: Insufficient Air Tank Volume Can Weaken Brakes; ABS warning light may stay off during power loss, raising crash risk; Warning Lights May Not Alert Driver to Engine Failure; ABS Warning Light May Not Show Loss of Anti-Lock Braking; Loose Steering Tie Rod Can Cause Loss of Steering. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Kenworth T800?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Tires (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 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.