repaired · 2026 Q2
Supply: reservoir/tank
Risk. Insufficient air volume can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
2017 Kenworth T680Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 9 owner complaints about the 2017 Kenworth T680, most often about the service brakes. It is covered by 11 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-145 the manufacturer reports only 24% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through February 3, 2025. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2017 Kenworth T680 has problems
9 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
6Service brakes5 crash/fire/injury
1Engine and engine cooling
1Tires
1Vehicle speed control
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 6 | 5 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
11 recalls
2017 Kenworth T680 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 · 2024 Q3
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. The operator may be unaware of a system malfunction or the presence of excessive methane levels, increasing the risk of injury or fire.
repaired · 2022 Q4
Service brakes, air: antilock
Risk. Longer than expected service-brake release timing may lengthen vehicle stopping distance, 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.
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repaired · 2020 Q2
Exterior lighting
Risk. Missing reflex reflectors can reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
no report yet
Engine: diesel
Risk. If the fuel line bursts, fuel may leak onto the road resulting in a roadway hazard for other motorists.
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 Q2
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Risk. A truck that does not move as expected can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2018 Q4
Wiring: fuses and circuit breakers
Risk. A short in the spotlight circuitry may increase the risk of a fire at the cab fuse block.
repaired · 2018 Q3
Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
no report yet
Ignition: module
Risk. An engine stall can increase 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
2017 vs. every other T680 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 T680 median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2017 Kenworth T680, and the recalls they led to.
- Haldex Brake Chamber FailuresNo recall
In owners' words
What T680 owners report
Recent service brakes complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
REPAIRED FOR TRACTOR BROKE DOWN WHILE DRIVING DOWN INTERSTATE COMPLAINT OF TRACTOR WILL NOT MOVE ROAD CALL FOR TRANSMISSION COMPLAINT NOT SHIFTING FOUND NOT A TRANS PROBLEM AND THAT BRAKES LOCKED UP WHILE IN DRIVING LANE, PINCHED OFF LINES TO GET TRUCK OUT OF TRAFFIC, REPLACED LEFT REAR HALDEX…
DRIVER DRIVING DOWN HYWAY AND WHEEL END STARTED SMOKING, DRIVER STOPED AND FOUND HALDEX BRAKE CHAMBER LEAKING AIR CAUSING BRAKE TO APPLY ON THIER OWN WHICH RESULTING IN 1 WHEEL END SMOKING THE BRAKES CHANGED OUT BRAKE CHAMBER AND ALL BURNT PARTS
WHILE DRIVING DOWN HYWAY WHEEL END STARTED SMOKING, DRIVER STOPPED AND FOUND HALDEX BRAKE CAN LEAKING AIR CAUSING THE BRAKES TO DRAG AND OVERHEAT
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