2001 Kenworth K100 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Feb 28, 2001 · 0 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other K100 years
Not enough data 2nd of 7 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

NHTSA has received no owner complaints about the 2001 Kenworth K100 so far. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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2001 Kenworth K100 recalls (1)

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Suspension:front:control arm:lower armFeb 20, 2001 · NHTSA campaign 01V051000 · 209 vehicles

Problem: Vehicle description: vehicles equipped with 54" rear axle spacing configuration of the airglide 200 suspension with the service application identified as logger, dump truck, or tanker. The rear suspension is regularly subjected to extreme articulation, resulting in flexing of the joint.

Risk: Failure of the lower sway arm attaching bolts could result in loss of vehicle control.

Fix: Dealers will replace the lower sway arm brackets. Owner notification began march 27, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5000.

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Other Kenworth K100 years

← 2000 K100 · 2004 K100 →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2004 K10011
200101
2000 K10004
1999 K10005
1998 K10002
1997 K10002
1996 K10003

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Kenworth K100?

NHTSA has no owner complaints on file yet.

Was there a recall on the 2001 Kenworth K100?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2001 Kenworth K100 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other K100 model years, the 2001 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.