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Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
NewRisk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
2023 Kenworth T280Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2023 Kenworth T280, most often about the power train. It is covered by 13 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-190 the manufacturer reports only 52% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 21, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2023 Kenworth T280 has problems
1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.
1Power train
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
13 recalls
2023 Kenworth T280 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.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal
Risk. A pedal that sticks increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: software
Risk. Safety systems that depend on the ECU (Automatic Traction Control, ABS, Electronic Stability Control, Active Cruise Control, and Collison Mitigation System)…
repaired · 2026 Q3
Lever and linkage: column shift
Risk. A loss of communication between the gear shifter and the transmission may result in the vehicle becoming disabled after coming to a stop, increasing the risk…
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repaired · 2025 Q4
Visibility: rearview mirrors/devices
Risk. A detached mirror glass can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Service brakes, air
Risk. A delay in the trailer brake release can create instability to the trailer and increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. A disconnected hose will result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q3
Power train: driveline
Risk. Loose fasteners may allow the driveline to separate from the truck, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q1
Service brakes, air
Risk. Service brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q2
Engine: engine control module (ecu/ecm)
Risk. An unexpected engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q2
Steering
Risk. A fractured steering gear can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q1
Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: ABS warning light
Risk. An inoperational ABS system may not notify the driver of a malfunction, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q3
Power train: automatic transmission
Risk. A miscalibrated actuator may cause the transmission to shift into an unexpected gear, increasing the risk of a crash.
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
2023 vs. every other T280 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 T280 median. How we score
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In owners' words
What T280 owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2023 Kenworth T280. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the gears were not shifting properly. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact made a local dealer aware of the failure, and a mechanic was sent to his residence on two occasions for a service call,…
Own a 2023 T280?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.