2004 Kenworth K100 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 11, 2010 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other K100 years
Not enough data 1st of 7 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2004 Kenworth K100. That is the most of any K100 model year in the database (7 years). The most reported problem area is unknown or other (1 complaints, 100%). 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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Most common 2004 Kenworth K100 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Unknown or Other1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Unknown or Other1100%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2004 Kenworth K100 recalls (1)

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Electrical system:wiringDec 10, 2004 · NHTSA campaign 04V580000 · 4,322 vehicles

Problem: On certain trucks, the power feed harness p92-1993 terminals were not properly crimped.

Risk: This could lead to intermittent power loss affecting the electrical system and possibly result in a fire.

Fix: Dealers will replace the harness. The recall began january 13, 2005. Owners should contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6) a driver by the name of [xxx] aka [xxx] is a owner operator under contract with dd&s express out of baltimore md. Is running his truck illegally he has been running with over a 53 foot trailer that has been…

Unknown or Other · received May 11, 2010 · NHTSA complaint 10329873

Other Kenworth K100 years

← 2001 K100

YearComplaintsRecalls
200411
2001 K10001
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 2004 Kenworth K100?

Owners most often report unknown or other problems. The top one, unknown or other, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2004 Kenworth K100?

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

Was the 2004 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 2004 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.