1995 Kenworth T800 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other T800 years
- Not enough data 5th of 31 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 5 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 1995 Kenworth T800. That ranks 5th out of 31 T800 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (1 complaints, 50%). Complaints mention 2 crashes, 1 injury. There are 5 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 5safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1995 Kenworth T800 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
1995 Kenworth T800 recalls (5)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Vehicle speed control
Problem: On certain vehicles equipped with cummins electronic control modules on the c8.3g and l10g engines, the ecm does not have the ability to detect a throttle fail-safe engine shutdown command. This could result in an unanticipated, uncommanded open throttle condition without warning.
Risk: If this event occurs, the vehicle operator will not have control of the engine speed, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Fix: Cummins will notify the customers and replace the ecm. Owners should contact cummins at 1-800-343-7357 or kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
Service brakes, air
Problem: Certain trucks equipped with meritor p 18x7 brakes with 36" brake chambers fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) no. 121, "air brake systems." these trucks were manufactured with a combined air reservoir volume less than 12 times the combined volume of all service brake chambers.
Risk: This does not meet the requirements of the standard.
Fix: Dealers will add an additional tank or change one of the existing air tanks to a larger size. Owner notification began on may 5, 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.
Equipment:other:labels
Problem: Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with meritor fg941 steer axles. The gross axle weight rating (gawr) was determined incorrectly and over-stated on the vehicle certification label. With the incorrect gawr listed, these labels do not meet the certification requirements of part 567, "requirements for manufacturers of motor vehicles." vehicles will be remedied either by assigning the proper weight rating or, if possible, by changing the necessary components to meet the currently assigned weight rating.
Risk: These vehicles would not be in compliance with federal regulations.
Fix: Vehicles will be remedied either by assigning the proper weight rating or, if possible, by changing the necessary components to meet the currently assigned weight rating. Owner notification began june 22, 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.
Suspension:rear
Problem: Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with kenworth airglide 200 rear suspension. Due to materials used in the sway bar arms and studs as well as the stud plating material, stress corrosion cracking and bending fatigue can occur in the rear suspension sway bar arms and studs causing the stud to fail prematurely.
Risk: This could cause a loss of steering control increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the arm assembly manufactured from a different material. New studs will be installed with different threads and different finish.
Seats
Problem: An interference condition between the back cushion and the recliner handle can cause an incomplete latching of the recliner mechanism.
Risk: This condition can cause the seat back to "ratchet" rearward. Rearward movement of the seat back increases to where the seatback has moved to a fully reclined horizontal position. Complete loss of back support could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle and cause an accident.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the seat and, if necessary, install a new recliner latch spring and handle.
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.
The steering coupling separated due to inadequate tightening of the tetaining nut and bolt, a faulty slip joint and perhaps faulty metal characteristics of the coupling, both male and female parts. Kenworth will not respond to our letters. There is a recall in 1997 for this same year, make and…
No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak
Other Kenworth T800 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 T800 | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 T800 | 0 | 4 |
| 2023 T800 | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 T800 | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 T800 | 0 | 1 |
| 2020 T800 | 0 | 9 |
| 2019 T800 | 0 | 8 |
| 2018 T800 | 1 | 11 |
| 2017 T800 | 0 | 8 |
| 2016 T800 | 1 | 12 |
| 2015 T800 | 0 | 12 |
| 2014 T800 | 0 | 12 |
| 2013 T800 | 0 | 8 |
| 2012 T800 | 1 | 10 |
| 2011 T800 | 1 | 13 |
| 2010 T800 | 1 | 11 |
| 2009 T800 | 2 | 19 |
| 2008 T800 | 1 | 25 |
| 2007 T800 | 1 | 20 |
| 2006 T800 | 4 | 13 |
| 2005 T800 | 3 | 12 |
| 2004 T800 | 3 | 12 |
| 2003 T800 | 1 | 7 |
| 2002 T800 | 0 | 6 |
| 2001 T800 | 1 | 10 |
| 2000 T800 | 1 | 10 |
| 1999 T800 | 4 | 12 |
| 1998 T800 | 1 | 8 |
| 1997 T800 | 1 | 9 |
| 1996 T800 | 1 | 8 |
| 1995 | 2 | 5 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1995 Kenworth T800?
Owners most often report power train, steering problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 1995 Kenworth T800?
Yes, 5 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1995 Kenworth T800 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other T800 model years, the 1995 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.