2023 Kenworth C500 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2023 Kenworth C500 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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Fires reported

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NCAP overall

How does 2023 compare to other C500 years?

C500 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2023 Kenworth C500 have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

22V547000SteeringJuly 28, 2022 · 47,500 units

Defect

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Kenworth T170, T270, T280, T370, T380, T440, T470, T480, T680, T800, T880, W900, W990, C500, and 2022-2023 Peterbilt 325, 330, 337, 348, 365, 367, 389, 520, 536, 537, 548, 567, and 579 vehicles. The steering gears may have been assembled incorrectly, which can cause the gears to fracture.

Consequence

A fractured steering gear can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the steering gear serial numbers, and replace the steering gears as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 26, 2022. Owners may contact Kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888 and Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 22PBE and 22KWE.

2023 Kenworth C500 — common questions

Is the 2023 Kenworth C500 reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2023 Kenworth C500 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2023 Kenworth C500. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2023 compare to other C500 years?

Does the 2023 Kenworth C500 have recalls?

2023 Kenworth C500 — common questions

Is the 2023 Kenworth C500 reliable?

Does the 2023 Kenworth C500 have recalls?

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