Kenworth W990 recalls
NHTSA's records list 23 safety recalls covering the Kenworth W990 since Nov. 1, 2016, for model years 2018-2027. The most recent was reported to NHTSA on Oct. 14, 2026. 1 of them carried a “Do not drive” or “Park outside” warning.
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2027 Kenworth W990 recalls 3
- Bunk Restraint Webbing Not Secured Properly
Component: seat belts. 310 vehicles potentially affected.
- Seat Ventilation Harness Can Cause Short Circuit
Component: seats. 811 vehicles potentially affected.
- Oil Contaminated Power Distribution Center/FMVSS 103
Component: electrical system. 5,925 vehicles potentially affected.
2026 Kenworth W990 recalls 2
- Instrument Panel Display Failure/FMVSS 101 & 121
Component: electrical system. 18,332 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Insufficient Illumination from Lights/FMVSS 108
Component: exterior lighting. 56,260 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2025 Kenworth W990 recalls 8
- Instrument Panel Display Failure/FMVSS 101 & 121
Component: electrical system. 18,332 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Insufficient Illumination from Lights/FMVSS 108
Component: exterior lighting. 56,260 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Loss of ABS and Electronic Stability Control
Component: electrical system. 220,764 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Fuel Pump Failure May Cause Engine Stall
Component: fuel system, diesel. 5,690 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Broken Ball Stud May Cause Loss of Control
Component: steering. 7,410 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Steering Gear Shaft May Fracture
Component: steering. 782 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Improperly Crimped Connectors In Gear Shifter
Component: power train. 70,509 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Steering Gear Assembled Incorrectly
Component: steering. 45,887 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2024 Kenworth W990 recalls 6
- Instrument Panel Display Failure/FMVSS 101 & 121
Component: electrical system. 18,332 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Insufficient Illumination from Lights/FMVSS 108
Component: exterior lighting. 56,260 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Loss of ABS and Electronic Stability Control
Component: electrical system. 220,764 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Improperly Crimped Connectors In Gear Shifter
Component: power train. 70,509 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Steering Gear Assembled Incorrectly
Component: steering. 45,887 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Axle Spindles May Fracture
Component: steering. 68 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2023 Kenworth W990 recalls 6
- Loss of ABS and Electronic Stability Control
Component: electrical system. 220,764 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Improperly Crimped Connectors In Gear Shifter
Component: power train. 70,509 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Tie Rod Clamps Failure
Component: steering. 79 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Display May Freeze/FMVSS 101 & 102
Component: electrical system. 74,730 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Electrical Short Circuit May Cause Engine Stall
Component: engine and engine cooling. 1,601 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Steering Gear Assembled Incorrectly
Component: steering. 47,500 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2022 Kenworth W990 recalls 6
- Loss of ABS and Electronic Stability Control
Component: electrical system. 220,764 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Improperly Crimped Connectors In Gear Shifter
Component: power train. 70,509 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Display May Freeze/FMVSS 101 & 102
Component: electrical system. 74,730 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Steering Gear Assembled Incorrectly
Component: steering. 47,500 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Work Brake May Unintentionally Disengage
Component: electrical system. 908 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Vehicle May Start When Not In PARK/FMVSS 102
Component: power train. 53 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2021 Kenworth W990 recalls 5
- Loss of ABS and Electronic Stability Control
Component: electrical system. 220,764 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Improperly Crimped Connectors In Gear Shifter
Component: power train. 70,509 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Work Brake May Unintentionally Disengage
Component: electrical system. 908 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Flywheel Capscrews Not Tightened Properly
Component: engine. 132 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Lower Rear Pivot Bolts Improperly Sized
Component: power train. 1,097 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2020 Kenworth W990 recalls 5
- Steering Fasteners May Fail
Component: steering. 17,641 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Work Brake May Unintentionally Disengage
Component: electrical system. 908 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Lower Rear Pivot Bolts Improperly Sized
Component: power train. 1,097 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Rear Axle Output Shafts May Fracture
Component: power train. 148 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Rear Axles Inadequately Lubricated
Component: suspension. 93 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2019 Kenworth W990 recalls 2
- Steering Fasteners May Fail
Component: steering. 17,641 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Work Brake May Unintentionally Disengage
Component: electrical system. 908 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2018 Kenworth W990 recalls 1
- Steering Fasteners May Fail
Component: steering. 17,641 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
Counted and listed by the Tribune's code from NHTSA's recall records. A recall appears under every model year it covers.