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2003 Kenworth W900 recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

6 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2003 Kenworth W900. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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2003 Kenworth W900 recalls, newest first

March 16, 2007NHTSA 07V1070004,592 vehicles potentially affected

Power train › Automatic transmission

Summary
On certain trucks, the wiring, parts, or transmission programming required for the auto neutral feature to function as designed were either not installed, connected, or programmed properly.
Consequence
If any of these conditions exists, the transmission will not automatically shift into neutral when left in drive with the parking brake set engaged. The vehicle could move without warning increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the affected vehicles to ensure the auto neutral feature functions properly and, if needed, will make the necessary repairs free of charge. The recall began on may 9, 2007. Owners may contact kenworth at 425-828-5440.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

April 12, 2004NHTSA 04V17400025 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › Wiring

Summary
Certain trucks equipped with eaton fuller ultrasonic transmissions fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 102, "transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock and transmission braking effect." the cab transmission harness could have been incorrectly wired during production installation.
Consequence
This could cause the neutral start feature of the transmission to disable allowing the vehicle to start in gear increasing the potential for a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will repair the connections in the wiring harness if necessary. Owner notification began on may 7, 2004. Owners should contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

July 1, 2003NHTSA 03V23400084 vehicles potentially affected

Unknown or other

Summary
On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with vertical tail pipes, the frame access grabhandle is mounted too high.
Consequence
This condition could cause a person to slip and/or fall and could lead to personal injury.
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 contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

May 5, 2003NHTSA 03V168000483 vehicles potentially affected

Trailer hitches › Fifth wheel assembly

Summary
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.
Consequence
If left undetected or corrected it could lead to the separation of the fifth wheel top plate from its mounting structure, possibly resulting in a crash.
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 their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact peterbilt at 940-591-4201 or kenworth 425-828-5440.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

February 13, 2003NHTSA 03V0450009,890 vehicles potentially affected

Exterior lighting

Summary
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 devices, and associated equipment." the supplier removed a rubber grommet from the trailer light line connector. The vehicles are experiencing corrosion at the 7-way trailer connection. This causes intermittent flashing/flickering of the trailer lights.
Consequence
This could cause an electrical short and/or possible fire hazard.
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. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2003 Kenworth W900 with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Exterior lighting › Headlights1

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Questions

Does the 2003 Kenworth W900 have any recalls?
6 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: power train, electrical system, unknown or other, trailer hitches, exterior lighting. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2003 Kenworth W900 recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Kenworth dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2003 Kenworth W900?
1 complaint filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.