Kenworth T2000 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 38 owner complaints and 46 safety recalls on file for the Kenworth T2000, across 18 model years (1995–2012). The 2007 model year has the most complaints (12). The most reported problem area overall is service brakes, air.
Kenworth T2000 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical T2000 year: 2007. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2007 T2000: 12 complaints, 11 recalls
- 2006 T2000: 7 complaints, 7 recalls
- 2004 T2000: 3 complaints, 7 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2001 T2000: 1 complaint, 5 recalls
- 2002 T2000: 1 complaint, 3 recalls
- 1999 T2000: 2 complaints, 8 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 T2000 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Air | 18 | 3 | 0 |
| Suspension | 5 | 4 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Tires | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Visibility | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Power Train | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Kenworth T2000 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 T2000 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2011 T2000 | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2010 T2000 | 0 | 6 | — | — | |
| 2009 T2000 | 0 | 12 | — | — | |
| 2008 T2000 | 2 | 14 | — | Engine | |
| 2007 T2000 | 12 | 11 | — | Service Brakes, Air | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2006 T2000 | 7 | 7 | — | Service Brakes, Air | |
| 2005 T2000 | 0 | 7 | — | — | |
| 2004 T2000 | 3 | 7 | — | Electronic Stability Control | |
| 2003 T2000 | 2 | 5 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 2002 T2000 | 1 | 3 | — | Tires | |
| 2001 T2000 | 1 | 5 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | |
| 2000 T2000 | 2 | 6 | — | Electrical System | |
| 1999 T2000 | 2 | 8 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 1998 T2000 | 3 | 4 | — | Fuel System, Other | |
| 1997 T2000 | 3 | 4 | — | Visibility | |
| 1996 T2000 | 0 | 3 | — | — | |
| 1995 T2000 | 0 | 1 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Kenworth T2000 years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2007 (12) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical T2000 year. 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 T2000?
Service Brakes, Air, with 18 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Kenworth T2000 have?
46 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.