2001 Kenworth T2000

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2001 Kenworth T2000
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:30:22.759Z

Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Kenworth T2000 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2001 highlighted. 1995: 0 complaints 1995 1996: 0 complaints 1997: 3 complaints 1998: 3 complaints 1998 1999: 2 complaints 2000: 2 complaints 2001: 1 complaints 2001 2002: 1 complaints 2003: 2 complaints 2004: 3 complaints 2004 2005: 0 complaints 2006: 7 complaints 2007: 12 complaints 2007 2008: 2 complaints 2009: 0 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2011: 0 complaints 2012: 0 complaints 2012
2001: 1 complaints
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YearComplaints
19950
19960
19973
19983
19992
20002
20011
20021
20032
20043
20050
20067
200712
20082
20090
20100
20110
20120

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 1 total report mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

Show complaint excerpts

BRAKE CAM BRACKETS ON REAR AXLE BROKE DUE TO POOR WELDING. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20111015

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20010327 — suspension

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 SU

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 TH

Campaign 01V051000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20011126 — power train

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS. THE DRIVELINE U-JOINT FASTENERS AT THE OUTPUT YOKE OF THE TRANSMISSION WERE IMPROPERLY TIGHTENED.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL TIGHTEN THE DRIVELINE FASTENERS TO THE PROPER SPECIFICATION. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN NOVEMBER 26, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE

Campaign 01V335000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20030618 — trailer hitches

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.

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

Campaign 03V168000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20030716 — suspension

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.

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

Campaign 03V125000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20030729 — unknown or other

ON CERTAIN HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH VERTICAL TAIL PIPES, THE FRAME ACCESS GRABHANDLE IS MOUNTED TOO HIGH.

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 CO

Campaign 03V234000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2001 Kenworth T2000 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 01V051000 (suspension) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 01V335000 (power train) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 03V168000 (trailer hitches) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 03V125000 (suspension) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 03V234000 (unknown or other) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 2001 Kenworth T2000 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Kenworth T2000?

The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2001 Kenworth T2000 have?

5 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.