2005 Kenworth T2000

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2005 Kenworth T2000
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:36:45.255Z

Only 0 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 0 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, 2005 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 2005 2006: 7 complaints 2007: 12 complaints 2007 2008: 2 complaints 2009: 0 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2011: 0 complaints 2012: 0 complaints 2012
2005: 0 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

No complaint components on file for this model year.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20050610 — suspension

ON CERTAIN HEAVY DUTY CLASS 8 TRUCKS, THE SUSPENSION HAS TRANSVERSE BEAM CASTINGS THAT MAY FRACTURE UNDER NORMAL LOADS. IF A CASTING BREAKS WHEN THE VEHICLE IS TRAVELING ON A ROADWAY THERE IS THE POT

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE TRANSVERSE BEAM ASSEMBLIES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 10, 2005, WITH LETTERS BEING MAILED TO PETERBILT OWNERS; AND ON JUNE 17, 2005, FOR K

Campaign 05V189000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20050630 — suspension

ON CERTAIN TRUCKS AND TRACTORS EQUIPPED WITH AIRGLIDE HIGH-ARTICULATION REAR SUSPENSIONS, THE C65-1006 SWAY BAR USED IN THIS REAR SUSPENSION MAY EXPERIENCE A REDUCTION IN FATIGUE LIFE DUE TO EITHER A

Remedy: THE INSPECTION AND REPAIR OF THESE VEHICLES WILL DEPEND ON THE TYPE OF VEHICLE (TRACTOR OR TRUCK) AND THE INTENDED SERVICE APPLICATION. THIS INSPECTION AND REPAIR CRITERIA WILL BE FORTHCOMING. THE R

Campaign 05V237000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20060417 — engine and engine cooling

ON CERTAIN TRACTORS EQUIPPED WITH CATERPILLAR DIESEL ENGINES, THE VARIABLE VALVE ACTUATION OIL LINE MAY WEAR AGAINST THE SHARP EDGE OF THE CYLINDER HEAD IF NOT POSITIONED CORRECTLY.

Remedy: CATERPILLAR, IN CONJUNCTION WITH PACCAR, WILL BE CONDUCTING THE OWNER NOTIFICATION AND REMEDY FOR THIS CAMPAIGN FREE OF CHARGE. OWNERS MAY CALL CATERPILLAR AT 309-675-6496, KENWORTH AT 425-828-5440,

Campaign 05V570000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20070904 — trailer hitches

ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, THE REMOVABLE TOW HITCH ,WHEN USED TO TOW OR LIFT A VEHICLE, CAN FAIL DUE TO DEFECTIVE MATERIAL IN THE TOW HITCH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TOW PIN ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 4, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KENWORTH AT 425-828-5440 OR PETERBILT AT 940-591-4201.

Campaign 07V269000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20071214 — engine and engine cooling

ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH CATERPILLAR C11, C13 OR C15 ENGINES, THE OIL FILL CAP CAN BECOME DISLODGED DUE TO CAP DAMAGE OR IMPROPER INSTALLATION AND BECOME LODGED IN THE U-JOINT OF THE STEERING D

Remedy: PACCAR IS WORKING WITH CATERPILLAR TO REPAIR THESE VEHICLES. REVISED OIL CAP RETENTION BASED ON THE ENGINE MODEL/CONFIGURATION WILL BE INCORPORATED TO PREVENT STEERING LOCK-UP. THE RECALL BEGAN DURI

Campaign 07V279000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20090126 — suspension

PACCAR IS RECALLING 130 MY 2004-2009 T2000, T800, T600, W900 AND T660 KENWORTH TRUCKS BUILT WITH AN AG400 REAR SUSPENSION, LONG STROKE BRAKE CHAMBERS, AND WIDE BASE TIRES (SUPER SINGLES). THESE VEHIC

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL THE CAM TUBE SUPPORT BRACKETS ON ALL OF THE REAR AXLE WHEEL ENDS. INSPECT THE REAR AXLE BRAKE ASSEMBLY AND REPLACE IT IF CRACKED. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING NOVEMBER

Campaign 08V485000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20090720 — service brakes, air

KENWORTH IS RECALLING 3,423 MY 2004-2009 T2000, T800,T600, W900 AND T660 VEHICLES. INCREASED BRAKE EXCITATION IN A CERTAIN VEHICLE CONFIGURATION WHICH INCLUDES BENDIX DRUM BRAKES, WIDE BASE LOW PROFI

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE REAR AXLE BRAKES ASSEMBLY, REPLACE CRACKED REAR AXLE BRAKES ASSEMBLY COMPONENTS WHERE REQUIRED, AND INSTALL CAM TUBE SUPPORT BRACKETS ON ALL REAR AXLE WHEEL ENDS FREE OF CHARG

Campaign 09V239000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2005 Kenworth T2000 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Verify recall 05V189000 (suspension) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 05V237000 (suspension) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 05V570000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 07V269000 (trailer hitches) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 07V279000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 08V485000 (suspension) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 09V239000 (service brakes, air) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 2005 Kenworth T2000 reliable?

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

How many recalls does the 2005 Kenworth T2000 have?

7 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.