Kenworth T280 recalls by year
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
19 recalls found for the Kenworth T280 in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, and 1 owner complaint. Choose a model year:
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 Kenworth T280 | 1 | 0 |
| 2026 Kenworth T280 | 2 | 0 |
| 2025 Kenworth T280 | 7 | 0 |
| 2024 Kenworth T280 | 9 | 0 |
| 2023 Kenworth T280 | 12 | 1 |
| 2022 Kenworth T280 | 7 | 0 |
| 2021 Kenworth T280 | 5 | 0 |
Has your Kenworth been repaired?
Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.
NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Kenworth dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.
Newest Kenworth T280 recalls
- Jul 27, 202626V485000Electrical system5,925 vehiclesPeterbilt 536, Peterbilt 537 and 10 more models
Please see the recall report for a complete list of models.
- Jun 26, 202525V436000Exterior lighting56,260 vehiclesPeterbilt 520, Peterbilt 536 and 14 more models
The tail brake light, upper and lower beam headlights, reverse light, and turn signal may not illuminate as intended.
- Jan 29, 202525V041000Exterior lighting, electrical system5,378 vehiclesKenworth T380, Peterbilt 536 and 7 more models
The exterior lighting switch may fail, resulting in the hazard lights and the instrument display back-light brightness adjustment not functioning.
- Jan 16, 202525V014000Vehicle speed control1,110 vehiclesPeterbilt 535, Peterbilt 536 and 6 more models
The throttle pedal assembly may contain an oversized magnet carrier, slowing the responsiveness or causing the pedal to stick.
- Dec 9, 202424V915000Service brakes, hydraulic, electrical system220,764 vehiclesPeterbilt 389, Peterbilt 548 and 21 more models
Please see the recall report for a complete list of models.
- Jun 12, 202424V433000Steering7,410 vehiclesPeterbilt 220, Peterbilt 520 and 16 more models
The tie rod or drag link assembly may contain an improperly heat-treated ball stud, causing the ball stud to break.
Do not drive until repaired
- Mar 27, 202424V233000Steering782 vehiclesPeterbilt 536, Peterbilt 548 and 8 more models
The steering gear sector shaft may have been improperly heat-treated, which can cause the gear teeth to crack or fracture.
- Mar 20, 202424V190000Power train70,509 vehiclesKenworth T180, Kenworth T280 and 14 more models
The right-hand gear shifter stalk connectors may have been improperly crimped, resulting in a loss of communication.