Kenworth W900L Problems by Year
NHTSA has 5 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Kenworth W900L, across 2 model years (1997–1999). The 1999 model year has the most complaints (4). The most reported problem area overall is structure.
Kenworth W900L years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No W900L model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 1999 W900L: 4 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1997 W900L: 1 complaint, 0 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 W900L problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Structure | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Kenworth W900L model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 W900L | 4 | 0 | — | Structure | |
| 1997 W900L | 1 | 0 | — | Structure |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Kenworth W900L years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1999 (4), 1997 (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 W900L?
Structure, with 4 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Kenworth W900L have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.