2003 Kenworth T2000 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other T2000 years
- Not enough data 6th of 18 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 5 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2003 Kenworth T2000. That ranks 6th out of 18 T2000 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (1 complaints, 50%). There are 5 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 5safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2003 Kenworth T2000 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2003 Kenworth T2000 recalls (5)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Structure
Problem: On certain trucks, the bracket, used to support the battery box and step, can crack.
Risk: A crack in the bracket may lead to premature failure of the bracket causing the step to fail without warning, when an individual steps on it, causing a fall.
Fix: Dealers will change the battery box support bracket and step support bracket. The recall began on september 24, 2004. Owners should contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
Steering:linkages:knuckle:spindle:arm
Problem: On certain trucks equipped with dana spicer integral knuckle and steer arm assemblies, the steer axle assemblies may have a longitudinal crack in the steer arm.
Risk: If the crack should propagate over time, the ball could become loose resulting in a loss of steering, which could result in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the knuckle and steer arm assemblies. Owner notification began january 5, 2004. Owners should contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 or peterbilt at 1-940-591-4201.
Unknown or other
Problem: On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with vertical tail pipes, the frame access grabhandle is mounted too high.
Risk: This condition could cause a person to slip and/or fall and could lead to personal injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the grabhandle location and if determined to be mounted too high, the handle will be relocated to the proper height. Owner notification began july 29, 2003. Owners should contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
Trailer hitches:fifth wheel assembly
Problem: On certain trucks equipped with jost international jsk 37u series fifth wheels, a fatigue crack can develop in the bracket pin weld under certain loading conditions.
Risk: If left undetected or corrected it could lead to the separation of the fifth wheel top plate from its mounting structure, possibly resulting in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the bracket pins and repair instructions free of charge. Peterbilt's owner notification began june 20, 2003. Kenworth's owner notification began june 12, 2003. 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 peterbilt at 940-591-4201 or kenworth 425-828-5440.
Exterior lighting
Problem: Certain trucks equipped with trailer connections fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standards (fmvss) no. 121, "air brake systems," and no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the supplier removed a rubber grommet from the trailer light line connector. The vehicles are experiencing corrosion at the 7-way trailer connection. This causes intermittent flashing/flickering of the trailer lights.
Risk: This could cause an electrical short and/or possible fire hazard.
Fix: Dealers will install the missing grommet on all affected chassis. If a connector is found defective, it will be replaced with a new connector. Owner notification is began on march 14, 2003. 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 1-425-828-5440.
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.
Problems with with kenworth t2000.*mr this trailer is equipped with turn signal indicatior that sound like alarm clocks when activated. When the drivers are driving as a team (2 driver's) one driver has to sleep while one driver operates the trailer. The sleeping driver is constantly aroused from…
While driving at an undetermined speed vehicle stalled, causing the consumer to pull off the road. Consumer took the vehicle to a mechanic. *ak
Other Kenworth T2000 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 T2000 | 0 | 1 |
| 2011 T2000 | 0 | 2 |
| 2010 T2000 | 0 | 6 |
| 2009 T2000 | 0 | 12 |
| 2008 T2000 | 2 | 14 |
| 2007 T2000 | 12 | 11 |
| 2006 T2000 | 7 | 7 |
| 2005 T2000 | 0 | 7 |
| 2004 T2000 | 3 | 7 |
| 2003 | 2 | 5 |
| 2002 T2000 | 1 | 3 |
| 2001 T2000 | 1 | 5 |
| 2000 T2000 | 2 | 6 |
| 1999 T2000 | 2 | 8 |
| 1998 T2000 | 3 | 4 |
| 1997 T2000 | 3 | 4 |
| 1996 T2000 | 0 | 3 |
| 1995 T2000 | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Kenworth T2000?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, exterior lighting problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2003 Kenworth T2000?
Yes, 5 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2003 Kenworth T2000 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other T2000 model years, the 2003 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.