1998 Kenworth T600 Problems: 0 Complaints, 4 Recalls

The worst 1998 Kenworth T600 problems

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Suspension: front: hubReported April 1, 2003 · 154 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain trucks equipped with truck hub units manufactured by skf exclusively for use on arvinmeritor's ff98x series non-drive steer axles, the hub unit bearings can wear prematurely.
Risk: Seizure of the bearings can cause wheel separation or wheel end fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace all front axle hubs. Notification began july 16, 2003. The manufacturer has advised us that parts will not be available until september 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy with a reasonable time should contact peterbilt at 940‑591‑4201 or kenworth 425‑828‑5440.

Recall number 03V125000 · Recall details

Suspension: front: control arm: lower armReported February 20, 2001 · 209 vehicles affected

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: ignition: moduleReported July 9, 1999 · 272 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with caterpillar engines and eaton autoshift transmissions. The engines can stall because of software problems.
Risk: Increased steering effort can occur.
Remedy: Dealers will update these engines with software changes. Caterpillar is conducting the owner notification and remedy of this recall.

Recall number 99V181001 · Recall details

Electrical system: wiring: front underhoodReported June 11, 1998 · 9,500 vehicles affected

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

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Is the 1998 Kenworth T600 reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 1998 Kenworth T600.

What is the most common problem with the 1998 Kenworth T600?

There are not enough complaints to tell.

How many recalls does the 1998 Kenworth T600 have?

4 recalls, covering suspension and electrical system.

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