2005 Kenworth T600 problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Service Brakes, Air (2) · Structure (1) · Engine And Engine Cooling (1)
Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (11)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Engine 2026-09-11 · P001 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
"kenworth: dealers should check the chassis list and sir weekly for vin changes. 2 chassis added to the chassis list. peterbilt: dealers should check the chassis list and sir weekly for vin changes. 10 chassis added to the chassis list."
Visibility:windshield Wiper/Washer 2021-02-10 · 02-160 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
information only â windshield washer pumps have a high no trouble found rate. washer pumps may fail to spray due to a clogged filter.
Equipment:appliance:air Conditioner 2020-12-20 · DOR-W5T2V-01 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this sku is a climate control module. the customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect alignment pins and knobs. the alignment pins may be weak which cause them to break and knob material may be weak which could cause them to break. breaking of the alignment pins or knob
Electrical System 2020-06-08 · 32-015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
information only: this bulletin provides dealers with a battery warranty quick reference guide to ensure the appropriate tests for battery warranty are performed in order to prevent battery warranty claims filed with incorrect or incomplete information.
Equipment 2020-03-17 · 32-016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
information only: proper jump-starting voltage will eliminate high voltage related issues and equipment damage.
Vehicle Speed Control 2020-03-03 · 34-085 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
information only â vehicles may have the connector seals on the wheel speed sensor incorrectly installed, which may lead to water intrusion and corrosion in some vehicles.
Showing the 6 most recent of 11 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2010-01-31 · Structure · 510,000 mi“09v239000 recall repair was made to my 2005 kenworth t600, but the welding that was performed to connect the support brackets to the axle have fully cracked and seperated,mechanics at kenworth dealerships are not certified welders,the chicken !@#$%'. welding does not penetrate the axle metal..... *tr…”
2009-11-01 · Service Brakes, Air · 511,761 mi“2005 kenworth t600 last 8 of vin 099664 air brake chamber mounting bracket failed/cracked in half,brake chamber hanging by hoses only, driver side rear axle. *tr…”
2009-09-10 · Service Brakes, Air · 360,000 mi“tl*- the contact owns a 2005 kenworth t600. the contact stated that he experiences increase stopping distances and decreased parking brake hold capability. he then received recall notice # 09v239000 (service brakes, air). however he has already paid an expense of $2500.00 to replace various braking components, and yet the failures have not been pro…”
2007-06-25 · Engine And Engine Cooling · 121,000 mi“tl*the contact owns a 2005 kenworth t600. while driving 45 mph, the vehicle overheated. the contact was able to drive the vehicle approximately 15 to 20 minutes later. the failure usually occurs when driving uphill. the dealer repaired the vehicle 6 or 7 times. the radiator, fan, and sensors were replaced. the contact had to pay the labor fee…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.