2023 Kenworth T680Problems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 9 owner complaints about the 2023 Kenworth T680, most often about the power train. It is covered by 9 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 March 13, 2026. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2023 Kenworth T680 has problems

9 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Power train41
Service brakes, air11
Structure10
Suspension10
Tires10
Traction control system10
Visibility10
Lane departure10
Visibility/wiper10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

9 recalls

2023 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.

76%repaired · 2026 Q3

Electrical system: software

Recall 24V-915 · Dec 9, 2024 · 220,764 vehicles · 168,017 repaired

Risk. Safety systems that depend on the ECU (Automatic Traction Control, ABS, Electronic Stability Control, Active Cruise Control, and Collison Mitigation System)…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

52%repaired · 2026 Q3

Lever and linkage: column shift

Recall 24V-190 · Mar 20, 2024 · 70,509 vehicles · 36,699 repaired

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…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

24%repaired · 2026 Q2

Supply: reservoir/tank

Recall 24V-145 · Feb 23, 2024 · 936 vehicles · 225 repaired

Risk. Insufficient air volume can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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83%repaired · 2024 Q4

Electronic stability control (ESC)

Recall 23V-007 · Jan 16, 2023 · 46 vehicles · 38 repaired

Risk. An incorrect estimate of the vehicle mass can reduce the performance of the stability control system and increase the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

77%repaired · 2024 Q3

Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel

Recall 22V-779 · Oct 17, 2022 · 74,730 vehicles · 57,806 repaired

Risk. The loss of display information, such as vehicle speed and warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

61%repaired · 2024 Q2

Engine: engine control module (ecu/ecm)

Recall 22V-631 · Aug 17, 2022 · 1,601 vehicles · 973 repaired

Risk. An unexpected engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

87%repaired · 2024 Q4

Storage: tank assembly

Recall 22V-582 · Aug 4, 2022 · 630 vehicles · 545 repaired

Risk. Excessive wear of the fuel tank may allow fuel to spill on the roadway, which can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

76%repaired · 2024 Q2

Steering

Recall 22V-547 · Jul 28, 2022 · 47,500 vehicles · 36,049 repaired

Risk. A fractured steering gear can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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 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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In owners' words

What T680 owners report

Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

I have 2 Kenworth trucks VIN [XXX] and [XXX] both on recall NHTSA 24V190. The recalls have been performed my issue is with reimbursement for prior replacement for the recalled parts. I have attached emails from Paccar as well as the invoices for the replacement of the recalled parts. Any help you…
Complaint 11718845 · Feb 18, 2026
The contact owns a 2023 Kenworth T680 with the camper attached. The contact stated that the ABS warning light was illuminated before the failure. The contact stated that while standing behind the passenger side seat in between the sleeper portion and the cab, there was an abnormally loud popping…
Complaint 11621540 · Oct 23, 2024 · 25,000 miles
The contact owns a 2023 Kenworth T680. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V190000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of…
Complaint 11606528 · Aug 5, 2024 · 338,388 miles

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