The worst 1998 Kenworth K100 problems
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Recalls 2
Suspension: front: control arm: lower arm
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: vehicles equipped with 54" rear axle spacing configuration of the airglide 200 suspension with the service application identified as logger, dump truck, or tanker. The rear suspension is regularly subjected to extreme articulation, resulting in flexing of the joint.
- Risk
- Failure of the lower sway arm attaching bolts could result in loss of vehicle control.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the lower sway arm brackets. Owner notification began march 27, 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.
Recall number 01V051000 · Recall details
Electrical system: wiring: front underhood
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with caterpillar 3406e engines. The routing of the electrical and fuel lines can cause chaffing of the wiring harness on the fuel line.
- Risk
- This chaffing can cause fuel leakage and a potential for a fire in the engine compartment.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect, adjust, and repair, if necessary, the fuel line and electrical harness.
Recall number 98V129000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 1998 Kenworth K100 5
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Is the 1998 Kenworth K100 reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 1998 Kenworth K100.
What is the most common problem with the 1998 Kenworth K100?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 1998 Kenworth K100 have?
2 recalls, covering suspension and electrical system.
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