repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Risk. An instrument panel display that does not show critical information, such as warning lights or vehicle speed, increases the risk of a crash.
2025 Kenworth T880Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2025 Kenworth T880, most often about the power train. It is covered by 9 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-190 the manufacturer reports only 52% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 13, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2025 Kenworth T880 has problems
1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.
1Power train1 crash/fire/injury
1Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 1 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
9 recalls
2025 Kenworth T880 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 · 2026 Q3
Lighting control module: software
Risk. Delayed and unsteady headlights can result in insufficient illumination of the road, decreasing the driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: software
Risk. Safety systems that depend on the ECU (Automatic Traction Control, ABS, Electronic Stability Control, Active Cruise Control, and Collison Mitigation System)…
repaired · 2026 Q3
Spindle: arm
Risk. A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2026 Q3
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q2
Link: connection
Do not driveRisk. A broken ball stud can cause a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q2
Gear box: shaft sector
Risk. Fractured steering gear teeth can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Lever and linkage: column shift
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…
repaired · 2026 Q1
Steering
Risk. A loss of steering control increases 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
2025 vs. every other T880 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 T880 median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What T880 owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Manufacturer hidden issues on vehicle on: Air system including compressor, air tank capacity volume and consumption, or valves. Automatic transmission air consumption and possible module or valves leaking air. Involved in crash and sensitive information available in black box and company Dash…
Own a 2025 T880?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.