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2025 Kenworth T280

Body and fuel not decoded. Owner complaints on file from no date to no date.

Recalls (7)Complaints (0)Investigations (0)Bulletins (31)
Recall campaigns covering this model year7407k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints0Not enough peers on file
Severity indexNoneCrash, fire, injury or death per 100
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2025 Kenworth T280 by year filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

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Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

Complaints by component

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

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Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls

7 recall campaigns cover the 2025 Kenworth T280

Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.

Recall campaigns for the 2025 Kenworth T280
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
25V-436Jun 26, 2025Tail brake light, upper and lower beam headlights, reverse light, and turn signal may not illuminate as intendedLighting56,260Software update
25V-041Jan 29, 2025Exterior lighting switch may fail, resulting in the hazard lights and the instrument display back-light brightness adjustment not functioningLighting5,378Software update
24V-915Dec 9, 2024Electrical noise and low signal to the power line carrier may cause the ECU to incorrectly process commands or stop functioningElectrical system220,764Software update
24V-433Jun 12, 2024Tie rod or drag link assembly may contain an improperly heat-treated ball stud, causing the ball stud to breakDo not driveSteering7,410Part replacement
24V-233Mar 27, 2024Steering gear sector shaft may have been improperly heat-treated, which can cause the gear teeth to crack or fractureSteering782Part replacement
24V-190Mar 20, 2024Right-hand gear shifter stalk connectors may have been improperly crimped, resulting in a loss of communicationPowertrain70,509Part replacement
24V-044Jan 25, 2024Steering gear assemblies may have been assembled incorrectly with fewer recirculating balls than are required, which may result in a loss of…Steering45,887Part replacement
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
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Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2025 Kenworth T280

The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.

0 complaints on file.

    Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
    Investigations

    NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year

    Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
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    Service bulletins

    31 manufacturer communications cover this model year

    Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.

    • P001 Sep 11, 2026 · 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."
    • 24KWC/24PBC Aug 13, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Updated Sheppard Steering Gear Classification Tool link in Inspection Procedure
    • 24KWL/PBL Aug 13, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The verbiage in the Introduction section has been updated.
    • 14-037 Aug 11, 2026 · Service Campaign
      An improved transmission bracket is now available for replacement on certain chassis equipped with a PACCAR TX-12 transmission, featuring a more durable design for enhanced long-term performance.
    • T024 Jun 16, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      "KW & PB: New software is available for download. The DAVIE4 cache must be cleared before attempting to reprogram a chassis that is experiencing problems to ensure the latest version of software is installed. Follow all steps in the attached procedures befo…
    • T-024 Jun 13, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The repair procedure has been updated to include diagnostic steps.
    • 43-080 Jun 3, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      "KW: A new recommended repair has been added to verify the software level and close the campaign in SIR.The repair procedure has been updated with additional note boxes for clear instructions. PB: The repair procedure has been updated with additional note …
    • T024 May 26, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      KW: A Transmission Control Module (TCM) software update is now available for certain T280, T380, T480, T680, T880, and W990 chassis with PACCAR TX-12 and TX-18 transmissions, TCM software version R5.5 or later and an AT5 controller, where the TASPS fails. …
    • 02-177 May 6, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Troubleshooting procedures for 2.1m cab power windows are now available.
    • 14-034 Apr 16, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Bogie Crossmember Torque Value Update - Procedure has been updated to correct torque values.
    • 24KWF/PBF Mar 28, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Sheppard Recall Update March 2026 - The Parts section has been updated with revised steps for opening a TCS365 Order Support – Order Inquiry case.
    • 24KWC/PBC Mar 28, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Sheppard Recall Update March 2026 - The Parts section has been updated with revised steps for opening a TCS365 Order Support – Order Inquiry case.
    • 45-069 Feb 3, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Cummins TSB 210203 has been updated to remove the PACCAR suction side fuel filter part number from Table 1 as the filter is no longer compatible.
    • 24PBE_KWE Feb 11, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The Parts section has been updated to clarify that freight charges for safety recall orders should not be passed on to the end customer.
    • 24KWE / 24PBE Jan 31, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The right-hand shift stalk may have an improper wire harness terminal crimp within the wire harness connector. Loss of communication between the right-hand shift stalk and the vehicle may result in the vehicle being disabled after it comes to a stop, thereb…
    • 24PBE_24KWE Jan 13, 2026 · Warranty Program/Extension
      24PBE_24KWE RH Shift Stalk Update Warranty section has been updated with revised verbiage for picture requirements.
    • 25PACF Dec 23, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Parts and procedures are now available for all affected chassis equipped with Vehicle Electronic Control Unit (VECU) part number Q21-1157-013-011 / Q21-1157-013-013 / Q21-1157-002-002 / Q21-1157-004-004 / Q21-1157-006-006 / Q21-1157-009-009. See attached Pa…
    • 24KWE/24PBE Dec 24, 2025 · Emissions
      The parts section has been updated for clarity. The right-hand shift stalk may have an improper wire harness terminal crimp within the wire harness connector. Loss of communication between the right-hand shift stalk and the vehicle may result in the vehicl…
    • 24PBE/KWE Dec 16, 2025 · Warranty Program/Extension
      The right-hand shift stalk may have an improper wire harness terminal crimp within the wire harness connector. Loss of communication between the right-hand shift stalk and the vehicle may result in the vehicle being disabled after it comes to a stop, ther…
    • 43-076 Dec 31, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Certain vehicle model years 2020-2025 K270, K370, T270, T280, T370, T380, T480, T680, T880, W900 chassis have updated Greenhouse Gas (GHG) labels available for installation.
    • 25KWB/25PBB Dec 10, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      A new Recommended Repair has been added. It must be used if safety recall 25PACF is performed prior to or at the same time as this repair since the 25PACF remedy also satisfies this safety recall.
    • 24KWE Nov 26, 2025 · Service Campaign
      The right-hand shift stalk may have an improper wire harness terminal crimp within the wire harness connector. Loss of communication between the right-hand shift stalk and the vehicle may result in the vehicle being disabled after it comes to a stop, thereb…
    • 25PACF Aug 1, 2025 · Service Campaign
      Procedures are now available for Phase 1 chassis equipped with Internal Combustion Engines (ICE) and Vehicle Electronic Control Unit (VECU) part number Q21-1157-013-011 / Q21-1157-013-013. Parts and procedures for Phase 2 chassis will be available at a late…
    • 25KWB Mar 18, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Safety Recall Updated software and repair procedures are now available. The Exterior Lighting Switch (ELS) in certain T180/T280/T380/T480 chassis may not function and can be reset only by a key cycle. This issue may result in non-compliance with FMVSS/CMVSS…
    • T020 - KW Mar 20, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      T180/T280/T380/T480 PACCAR TX-8 Transmission Software Update for Wheel Speed Sensor Fix-As-Fail Certain T180 / T280 / T380 / T480 chassis equipped with a PACCAR TX-8 transmission received transmission software with an incorrect software variable. This sof…
    • 25KWB Feb 8, 2025 · Other
      "Safety Recall – Interim Notification The Exterior Lighting Switch (ELS) in certain T180/T280/T380/T480 chassis may not function and can be reset only by a key cycle. This issue may result in non-compliance with FMVSS/CMVSS 101 and 108. This bulletin will b…
    • 24KWF Jul 17, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      SAFETY RECALL Repair parts and procedures are now available. Certain Kenworth vehicles from model year 2025 may contain steering gear(s) with a sector shaft that may not meet hardness requirements for the gear teeth due to improper heat-treating during as…
    • 98-026 May 16, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      New tools are required to support PACCAR TX-8 / ZF transmissions. Part numbers E0l-1012 (Adapter, Jack TX-8), E0l-1014 (Front Seal Installer), and E0l-1015 (Rear Seal Installer) are currently available to order
    • 24KWF Apr 10, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Certain Kenworth vehicles from model year 2025 may contain steering gear(s) with a sector shaft that may not meet hardness requirements for the gear teeth due to improper heat treating during assembly. Sector shaft gear teeth with lower than required hardn…
    • 24KWE Mar 21, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Safety Recall – INTERIM NOTIFICATION Parts are not currently available for this safety recall. This bulletin will be updated once repair parts are available. The right-hand shift stalk may have an improper wire harness terminal crimp within the wire harne…
    • 24KWC Feb 12, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Safety Recall Inspection procedures are available. Steering gear serial numbers must be inspected to determine suspect gears. Certain steering gears may have been assembled incorrectly, causing the gear to fracture. This can cause a loss of steering contro…
    Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.
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