2003 Kenworth T2000

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2003 Kenworth T2000
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:30:26.200Z

Only 2 complaints 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Kenworth T2000 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2003 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 2003 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
2003: 2 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 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

1 of 2 total reports mentions: exterior lighting.

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PROBLEMS WITH WITH KENWORTH T2000.*MR THIS TRAILER IS EQUIPPED WITH TURN SIGNAL INDICATIOR THAT SOUND LIKE ALARM CLOCKS WHEN ACTIVATED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20040830

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 2 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

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WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNDETERMINED SPEED VEHICLE STALLED, CAUSING THE CONSUMER TO PULL OFF THE ROAD. CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A MECHANIC. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20040211

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20030314 — exterior lighting

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 D

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. OWNER

Campaign 03V045000 — 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 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

R 20040105 — steering

ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH DANA SPICER INTEGRAL KNUCKLE AND STEER ARM ASSEMBLIES, THE STEER AXLE ASSEMBLIES MAY HAVE A LONGITUDINAL CRACK IN THE STEER ARM.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE KNUCKLE AND STEER ARM ASSEMBLIES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JANUARY 5, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT KENWORTH AT 1-425-828-5440 OR PETERBILT AT 1-940-591-4201.

Campaign 03V410000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20040924 — structure

ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, THE BRACKET, USED TO SUPPORT THE BATTERY BOX AND STEP, CAN CRACK.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL CHANGE THE BATTERY BOX SUPPORT BRACKET AND STEP SUPPORT BRACKET. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 24, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT KENWORTH AT 1-425-828-5440.

Campaign 04V410000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2003 Kenworth T2000 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 03V045000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 03V168000 (trailer hitches) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 03V234000 (unknown or other) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 03V410000 (steering) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 04V410000 (structure) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 2003 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 2003 Kenworth T2000?

The most-reported component is exterior lighting:turn signal, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2003 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.