Driving a 2022 Kenworth w900 studio sleep. Stopped for fuel, fixed coffee, and walked my dog. Thirteen miles later the truck just started vibrating and immediately took a left turn into the center barrior. The truck hasnt even had its first oil change. Front BUMPERS and fenders had mimimal damge.the front sterring sytem and tires were demolishes as was the roof of truck. My team member driver suffered 9 fracured ribs and still has complications most everyday Truck had post accident report by az dept of public saftey #3 on that report says missing or defective part.
The worst 2022 Kenworth W900 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
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Recalls 4
Seat belts
- What is wrong
- PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2020 Kenworth T660, 2018-2024 Kenworth T800 and W900 vehicles. An additional spacer may have been added to the joint that connects the seat to the seat belt tether and buckle, causing an unsecured connection.
- Risk
- An unsecured seat belt connection may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and remove the additional spacer and replace the bolt, as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed March 20, 2024. Owners may contact PACCAR's customer service at 1‑425‑828‑5888. PACCAR's number for this recall is 23KWK.
Recall number 23V717000 · Recall details
Steering
- What is wrong
- PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Kenworth T170, T270, T280, T370, T380, T440, T470, T480, T680, T800, T880, W900, W990, C500, and 2022-2023 Peterbilt 325, 330, 337, 348, 365, 367, 389, 520, 536, 537, 548, 567, and 579 vehicles. The steering gears may have been assembled incorrectly, which can cause the gears to fracture.
- Risk
- A fractured steering gear can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the steering gear serial numbers, and replace the steering gears as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 26, 2022. Owners may contact Kenworth's customer service at 1‑425‑828‑5888 and Peterbilt's customer service at 1‑940‑591‑4220. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 22PBE and 22KWE.
Recall number 22V547000 · Recall details
Visibility: defroster/defogger/HVAC system
- What is wrong
- PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2022 Kenworth T680, T880, and W990 vehicles. The HVAC controls may have insufficient soldering between the potentiometer(s) and the PCBA board, resulting in windshield defrost failure.
- Risk
- Inoperative windshield defrost may reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace HVAC control head, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on September 17, 2021. Remedy parts are expected to be available mid-June, 2022. Owners may contact PACCAR's customer service at 1‑425‑828‑5888 (Kenworth). PACCAR's number for this recall is 21KWE.
Recall number 21V546000 · Recall details
Engine
- What is wrong
- PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Kenworth T680, T880, W990, T800, W900 and Peterbilt 579, 567, 389, 367 vehicles equipped with a Cummins X15 engine. The capscrews that attach the flywheel to the crankshaft may have been improperly torqued, allowing the flywheel to detach.
- Risk
- A detached flywheel can cause loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, driveline pieces may be ejected from the engine compartment, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will properly torque the capscrews and the engine will also be inspected for damage and, if necessary, repaired, free of charge. The recall began on March 29, 2021. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1‑425‑828‑5888 (Kenworth) or 1‑940‑591‑4220 (Peterbilt). PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 21KWA and 21PBB.
Recall number 21V080000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2022 Kenworth W900 28
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Certain chassis equipped with an engine model year 2019
- Due to supplier constraints, an authorized aftermarket surge tank has been made available.
- Kenworth: Dealers should check the chassis list and SIR weekly for VIN changes
- The verbiage in the Introduction section has been updated.
- The PACCAR Powertrain Prognostics Webcast video link has been removed
- Kenworth
- Bogie Crossmember Torque Value Update
- EMY21-25 ghg
- Sheppard Recall Order Process Update
- Procedure pictures updated for clarity
What 2022 Kenworth W900 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
2022 kenworth w900. Consumer stated that while driving vehicle began to vibrate and steered to the left on its own. The consumer stated the vehicle crashed into a wall barrier.
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Questions about the 2022 Kenworth W900
Is the 2022 Kenworth W900 reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2022 Kenworth W900, 2.0 times a typical W900 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2022 Kenworth W900?
Steering, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2022 Kenworth W900 have?
4 recalls, covering seat belts, steering and visibility.
Was there a recall on the 2022 Kenworth W900 steering?
Yes, 1 recall: 22V547000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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