2002 Kenworth W900 Problems: 1 Complaint, 4 Recalls

The worst 2002 Kenworth W900 problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

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Suspension
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Recalls 4

Electrical system: wiring: fuses and circuit breakersReported August 5, 2003 · 117 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain heavy duty trucks, the main cab wiring harness was incorrectly connected to the 50 amp circuit breaker instead of the 135 amp breaker.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the vehicles and the wiring will be corrected if necessary. Owner notification began september 16, 2003. Owners should contact kenworth at 1‑425‑828‑5440.

Recall number 03V285000 · Recall details

Unknown or otherReported July 1, 2003 · 84 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with vertical tail pipes, the frame access grabhandle is mounted too high.
Risk: This condition could cause a person to slip and/or fall and could lead to personal injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the grabhandle location and if determined to be mounted too high, the handle will be relocated to the proper height. Owner notification began july 29, 2003. Owners should contact kenworth at 1‑425‑828‑5440.

Recall number 03V234000 · Recall details

Trailer hitches: fifth wheel assemblyReported May 5, 2003 · 483 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain trucks equipped with jost international jsk 37u series fifth wheels, a fatigue crack can develop in the bracket pin weld under certain loading conditions.
Risk: If left undetected or corrected it could lead to the separation of the fifth wheel top plate from its mounting structure, possibly resulting in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the bracket pins and repair instructions free of charge. Peterbilt's owner notification began june 20, 2003. Kenworth's owner notification began june 12, 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 peterbilt at 940‑591‑4201 or kenworth 425‑828‑5440.

Recall number 03V168000 · Recall details

Exterior lightingReported February 13, 2003 · 9,890 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Certain trucks equipped with trailer connections fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standards (fmvss) no. 121, "air brake systems," and no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the supplier removed a rubber grommet from the trailer light line connector. The vehicles are experiencing corrosion at the 7-way trailer connection. This causes intermittent flashing/flickering of the trailer lights.
Risk: This could cause an electrical short and/or possible fire hazard.
Remedy: Dealers will install the missing grommet on all affected chassis. If a connector is found defective, it will be replaced with a new connector. Owner notification is began on march 14, 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.

Recall number 03V045000 · Recall details

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Technical service bulletins for the 2002 Kenworth W900 13

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

Oct 30, 2026 Service bulletinUpdated the warranty section for PRWS compatibility.
Oct 13, 2026 Service bulletinDue to supplier constraints, an authorized aftermarket surge tank has been made available.
Sep 11, 2026 Service bulletin"Kenworth: Dealers should check the chassis list and SIR weekly for VIN changes
Feb 10, 2021 Service bulletinInformation Only – Windshield washer pumps have a high No Trouble Found rate
Jun 8, 2020 Service bulletinInformation Only: This bulletin provides dealers with a battery warranty quick reference guide to ensure...
Mar 17, 2020 Service bulletinInformation Only: Proper jump-starting voltage will eliminate high voltage related issues and equipment...
Nov 6, 2019 Service bulletinInformation Only: This bulletin provides guidance for repairing an air-conditioning system after internal...
Feb 27, 2015 Service bulletinKenworth: some trucks failed to meet company standards for air volume lift axle and the company will...
Jul 9, 2012 Service bulletinKenworth: oil collection at cac intake pipe is caused by an imbalance in turbocharger pressures. models...
Dec 15, 2010 Service bulletinPaccar: engineering standards have changed and there are now engines with heat treated bolts. rm

See all 13 bulletins for the 2002 Kenworth W900

What 2002 Kenworth W900 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Nov 5, 2002 · Suspension · NJ

Consumer noticed at home. The front chassis was broke he could kill many people. Dealer has been notified. Please provide further information. Ts

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Questions about the 2002 Kenworth W900

Is the 2002 Kenworth W900 reliable?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2002 Kenworth W900, close to a typical W900 model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2002 Kenworth W900?

Suspension, with 1 complaint.

How many recalls does the 2002 Kenworth W900 have?

4 recalls, covering electrical system, unknown or other and trailer hitches.

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