2005 kenworth t300 the high pressure fuel line that feeds the injector bank has broken twice. The replacement line purchased from kenworth lasted 3 months and one day. The same leak occurred, spraying diesel fuel all over the engine.
The worst 2005 Kenworth T300 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Fuel system1
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- Fuel system1
Recalls 2
Power train: automatic transmission
- What is wrong
- On certain trucks, the wiring, parts, or transmission programming required for the auto neutral feature to function as designed were either not installed, connected, or programmed properly.
- Risk
- If any of these conditions exists, the transmission will not automatically shift into neutral when left in drive with the parking brake set engaged. The vehicle could move without warning increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the affected vehicles to ensure the auto neutral feature functions properly and, if needed, will make the necessary repairs free of charge. The recall began on may 9, 2007. Owners may contact kenworth at 425‑828‑5440.
Recall number 07V107000 · Recall details
Parking brake: driveline: hydraulic
- What is wrong
- On certain trucks equipped with hydraulic brakes, there may be a defect in the anchor bolt of some bosch model #305 parking brake assemblies. A different coating was applied to the bolt which did not meet paccar specifications. This could reduce the fatigue life of the bolt and lead to premature failure.
- Risk
- If this bolt were to fail, the truck could roll away while parked without warning, which could result in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the parking brake assembly and replace the defective bolts free of charge. Peterbilt's recall began on november 4, 2005; and kenworth began on november 4, 2005. Owners may contact kenworth at 1‑425‑828‑5440 or peterbilt at 1‑940‑591‑4201.
Recall number 05V417000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2005 Kenworth T300 11
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Updated the warranty section for PRWS compatibility.
- Kenworth: Dealers should check the chassis list and SIR weekly for VIN changes
- Information Only – Windshield washer pumps have a high No Trouble Found rate
- This SKU is a Climate Control Module
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- Information Only: Proper jump-starting voltage will eliminate high voltage related issues and equipment...
- Information Only – Vehicles may have the connector seals on the wheel speed sensor incorrectly installed,...
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- Paccar inc: fire truck seat height specification change
- Kenworth trucks: reduced engine power from fuel starvation
What 2005 Kenworth T300 owners say
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Questions about the 2005 Kenworth T300
Is the 2005 Kenworth T300 reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2005 Kenworth T300, fewer than a typical T300 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2005 Kenworth T300?
Fuel and propulsion system, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2005 Kenworth T300 have?
2 recalls, covering power train and parking brake.
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