repaired · 2022 Q1
Electronic stability control (ESC)
Risk. If the driver unknowingly operates the vehicle without the ABS functioning, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
2016 Kenworth T660Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 0 owner complaints about the 2016 Kenworth T660. It is covered by 10 safety recalls, and for recall 20V-199 the manufacturer reports only 27% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through April 6, 2020. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2016 Kenworth T660 has problems
0 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
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Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
10 recalls
2016 Kenworth T660 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 · 2020 Q1
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. If the driver is not warned of a serious engine problem, the engine may unexpectedly fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2022 Q1
Electronic stability control (ESC)
Risk. If the driver unknowingly operates the vehicle without the ABS functioning, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
repaired · 2019 Q1
Steering
Risk. If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.
Show 6 more recalls
no report yet
Ignition: module
Risk. An engine that stalls without warning increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2016 Q4
Exterior lighting: hazard flashing warning lights
Risk. If the hazard warning lamps are overridden by the DRL, oncoming vehicles may fail to be warned, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2016 Q4
Service brakes, air
Risk. A loss of braking ability would increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2016 Q4
Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
Risk. If the rear wheel lug nuts are undertorqued, the wheels may separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2016 Q4
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
Risk. If the alternator cable rubs through its insulation, an electrical short may occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2016 Q4
Windshield wiper/washer: motor
Risk. As water leaks in, the wiper may cease to function on the 'intermittent' setting, reducing the driver's visibility and 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
2016 vs. every other T660 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 T660 median. How we score
'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20
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- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
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