2022 Kenworth W900 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

4 safety recalls on file

The 2022 Kenworth W900 has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 2 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Equipment Adaptive/Mobility (2 reports).

4Recalls
2Owner complaints
2Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2022 Kenworth W900 recalls

Seat Belt May Not Restrain Occupant in a Crash

Recall 23V717Oct 26, 20233,841 vehicles affected

A spacer may have been added to the joint connecting the seat to the seat belt tether and buckle, leaving that connection unsecured.

Steering Gear May Fracture, Causing Loss of Steering Control

Recall 22V547Jul 28, 202247,500 vehicles affected

Steering gears on certain trucks may have been assembled incorrectly.

Windshield Defrost May Fail, Reducing Driver Visibility

Recall 21V546Jul 20, 20216,916 vehicles affected

The climate control unit on these trucks may have poor solder connections between the control knobs (potentiometers) and the circuit board.

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.

Most common 2022 Kenworth W900 problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility2
Steering1

What owners report

2023-04-07, Steering
Driving a 2022 Kenworth w900 studio sleep. Stopped for fuel, fixed coffee, and walked my dog. Thirteen miles later the truck just started vibrating and immediately took a left turn into the center barrior. The truck hasnt even had its first oil change. Front BUMPERS and fenders had mimimal damge.the front sterring sytem and tires were demolishes as was the roof of truck. My team member driver suffered 9 fracured ribs and still has complications most everyday Truck had post accident report by az dept of public saftey #3 on that report says missing or defective part.
2022-07-12, Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
2022 KENWORTH W900. CONSUMER STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE BEGAN TO VIBRATE AND STEERED TO THE LEFT ON ITS OWN. THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A WALL BARRIER.

2022 Kenworth W900 questions

Does the 2022 Kenworth W900 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2022 Kenworth W900: Seat Belt May Not Restrain Occupant in a Crash; Steering Gear May Fracture, Causing Loss of Steering Control; Windshield Defrost May Fail, Reducing Driver Visibility; Engine Flywheel Can Detach, Causing Power Loss. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Kenworth W900?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Equipment Adaptive/Mobility (2), Steering (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2022 Kenworth W900 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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