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2004 Kenworth T2000Problems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 3 owner complaints about the 2004 Kenworth T2000, most often about the electronic stability control. It is covered by 7 safety recalls.

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CarFlaw IndexNot enough dataHigher is better (0–100)
Safety recalls7Free fix at dealersOwner complaints30 with a crash, fire or injuryTypical failure mileage1kElectronic stability control, median miles

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through March 10, 2017. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2004 Kenworth T2000 has problems

3 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Electronic stability control10
Engine10
Tires10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

7 recalls

2004 Kenworth T2000 recalls and how many were fixed

Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

–no report yet

Service brakes, air

Recall 09V-239 · Jun 30, 2009 · 3,423 vehicles

Risk. CRACKING CAN CAUSE A COMPLETE FRACTURE OF THE CAM TUBE, WHICH COULD INCREASE STOPPING DISTANCE AND DECREASE PARKING BRAKE HOLD CAPABILITY.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

–no report yet

Engine and engine cooling

Recall 05V-570 · Dec 22, 2005 · 30,995 vehicles

Risk. THE OIL LINE MAY BE CUT ON THE CYLINDER HEAD CAUSING AN OIL LEAK AND A POSSIBLE FIRE.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Show 3 more recalls
–no report yet

Hood: latch

Recall 04V-606 · Dec 23, 2004 · 55 vehicles

Risk. IF THE LOCK DOES NOT ENGAGE THIS COULD RESULT IN THE HOOD CLOSING WITHOUT WARNING, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO SOMEONE WORKING UNDER THE HOOD.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

–no report yet

Electrical system: wiring

Recall 04V-580 · Dec 10, 2004 · 4,322 vehicles

Risk. THIS COULD LEAD TO INTERMITTENT POWER LOSS AFFECTING THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AND POSSIBLY RESULT IN A FIRE.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

–no report yet

Structure

Recall 04V-410 · Aug 19, 2004 · 311 vehicles

Risk. A CRACK IN THE BRACKET MAY LEAD TO PREMATURE FAILURE OF THE BRACKET CAUSING THE STEP TO FAIL WITHOUT WARNING, WHEN AN INDIVIDUAL STEPS ON IT, CAUSING A FALL.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Kenworth.

Best & worst years

2004 vs. every other T2000 year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the T2000 median. How we score

'95'96'97'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
In owners' words

What T2000 owners report

Recent electronic stability control complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

WHILE DRIVING 65-70 MPH LOST STEERING CONTROL AND VEHICLE WANDERED ACROSS THE ROAD. VEHICLE HAD BEEN TO THE DEALER ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS. DEALER INFORMED CONSUMER THAT NOTHING WAS WRONG WITH THE VEHICLE.*AK
Complaint 10094799 · Oct 1, 2004 · 895 miles

Own a 2004 T2000?

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