Kenworth T280 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 1 owner complaint and 20 safety recalls on file for the Kenworth T280, across 7 model years (2021–2027). The 2023 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is power train.
Kenworth T280 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No T280 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2023 T280: 1 complaint, 12 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 T280 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Kenworth T280 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 T280 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2026 T280 | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2025 T280 | 0 | 7 | — | — | |
| 2024 T280 | 0 | 9 | — | — | |
| 2023 T280 | 1 | 12 | — | Power Train | |
| 2022 T280 | 0 | 7 | — | — | |
| 2021 T280 | 0 | 6 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Kenworth T280 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2023 (1). 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 T280?
Power Train, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Kenworth T280 have?
20 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.