Kenworth Conventional Problems by Year
NHTSA has 7 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Kenworth Conventional, across 4 model years (1995–2003). The 1999 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is trailer hitches.
Kenworth Conventional years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Conventional model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 1999 Conventional: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1996 Conventional: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1995 Conventional: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Kenworth Conventional problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trailer Hitches | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Kenworth Conventional model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 Conventional | 1 | 0 | — | Trailer Hitches | |
| 1999 Conventional | 2 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 1996 Conventional | 2 | 0 | — | Trailer Hitches | |
| 1995 Conventional | 2 | 0 | — | Tires |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Kenworth Conventional years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1999 (2), 1996 (2), 1995 (2). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Kenworth Conventional?
Trailer Hitches, with 2 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Kenworth Conventional have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.