repaired · 2026 Q2
Supply: reservoir/tank
Risk. Insufficient air volume can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
2020 Kenworth T680Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 8 owner complaints about the 2020 Kenworth T680, most often about the power train. It is covered by 8 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 December 8, 2024. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2020 Kenworth T680 has problems
8 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
5Power train
2Service brakes
1Forward collision avoidance
1Vehicle speed control
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 5 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 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.
8 recalls
2020 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 Q3
Rearview mirrors/devices: exterior
Risk. If the mirror glass detaches, the driver may have reduced visibility and the mirror glass will become a road hazard that may strike another vehicle or…
repaired · 2020 Q4
Parking brake
Risk. Unexpected vehicle movement may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
repaired · 2020 Q3
Axle: non-powered axle assembly
Risk. Without lubricating oil, the bearings, hub and axle shafts may wear, resulting in the separation of a wheel end from the axle, 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
2020 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
In owners' words
What T680 owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Right-hand shift stalk between the shifter and the transmission is causing the vehicle to become disabled while stopped and unable to go from forward to reverse. Also getting SPN 639 pop-up when communication has been lost between the engine control module (ECM) and SAE J1939 data link. The check…
The clutch Spring on these trucks have been failing heavily. We have a couple more of these trucks and they all have the same issue. the housing for the clutch springs are cracked or damaged at less than 500,000 miles on a heavy duty truck. These clutches are supposed to last over 1MM miles. Its…
My circumstances are EXACTLY as described in a release 12/19/2019 Tech Service Bulletin A002 I experienced the vibration in my steering wheel that caused me to be suspect that there was something wrong in the drive train. Upon further investigation. I noticed that an oil seal was leaking, and when…
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Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.