repaired · 2026 Q2
Supply: reservoir/tank
Risk. Insufficient air volume can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
2018 Kenworth T680Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 11 owner complaints about the 2018 Kenworth T680, most often about the service brakes. It is covered by 15 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 April 17, 2025. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2018 Kenworth T680 has problems
11 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
4Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
3Forward collision avoidance
2Power train
2Seat belts
1Electrical system
1Visibility/wiper
1Engine
1Seats
1Tires1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 4 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 3 | 0 |
| Power train | 2 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
15 recalls
2018 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
Steering: critical fasteners
Risk. Fastener failure can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
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.
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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 · 2020 Q4
Parking brake
Risk. Unexpected vehicle movement may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
repaired · 2020 Q2
Power train: clutch assembly
Risk. Unintended movement of a vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2020 Q2
Front: buckle assembly
Risk. If the seat belt buckle assembly separates, it can prevent the occupant from being properly restrained in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of a crash.
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 · 2019 Q2
Automatic transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Risk. If the transmission is not in neutral when the engine begins running, there may be unintended vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.
no report yet
Fuel system, diesel
Risk. An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
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.
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
2018 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 2018 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.
The air dryer bracket part number G11-6218 was craked and because of that it wasn't secured to the frame. The air dryer was hanging on the airline with the piece of the broken bracket. It is not secured. That is extremely unsafe because it could brake airlines and trucks would lose its brakes.
I started the truck after not driving for 1 day and a heavy rain storm the day prior. I attempted to drive bobtail when the brakes locked up. The traction control light came on then went back off. Then the adaptive cruise control notification came on. The regon came on then went back off. A…
UNIT DRIVING ON FLAT ROAD, LEFT FRONT DRIVES STARTED SMOKING WHILE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE BRAKES NOT BEING APPLIED, DRIVER STOPPED AND BY THIS TIME THE FIRE HAD SPREAD THRU THE UNDER SIDE OF TRUCK AND TRAILER, TOTAL LOSS OF TRUCK, TRAILER AND LOAD, BELIVED TO BE HALDEX BRAKE CAN FAILURE LEAKING AIR…
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