2013 Kenworth T600 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 3 complaints on file for the 2013 Kenworth T600 — 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.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

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Crash-involved

Fires reported

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NCAP overall

How does 2013 compare to other T600 years?

T600 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2013 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2013 Kenworth T600 problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Brakes	1	33%	▼ down
Latches & Locks	1	33%	new
Body & Structure	1	33%	— flat

Does the 2013 Kenworth T600 have recalls?

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

12V407000TransmissionAugust 20, 2012 · 535 units

Defect

Paccar is recalling certain model year 2013 kenworth T400, T600, T700, T800, and W900 vehicles, manufactured from July 18, 2012, through August 10, 2012. Cap screws securing the main driveline to the forward rear axle and cap screws on the inter-axle driveline may not have been properly torqued.

Consequence

Fasteners which are not properly torqued to specification can result in the driveline separating from the vehicle, disabling the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash. The separated component could also become a road hazard.

Remedy

Paccar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and re-torque the each of the affected fasteners, free of charge. The safety recall began on September 7, 2012. Owners may contact Kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“DIFFICULT BRAKING WHEN RESTING RIGHT FOOT IN MIDDLE OF FLOOR BOARD DURING A SUDDEN STOP , MOVING FOOT FORWARD IT HITS TRIM THEN SIDEWAYS TO CONTACT BRAKE PEDAL IN MIDDLE UNABLE OBTAIN ENOUGH PRESSURE TO APPLY BRAKES DAMAGED A OVERHEAD DOOR IT'S MY UNDERSTANDING TWO COWORKERS ALSO EXPERIENCED…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · November 28, 2012 · crash

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 KENWORTH T600. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO EXIT THE VEHICLE, BOTH THE PASSENGER AND DRIVER DOORS FAILED TO OPEN. EVEN USING THE KEY FAILED TO OPEN THE DOORS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE LOCKING MECHANISM IN THE DOOR FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · July 8, 2016

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 KENWORTH T600. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO EXIT THE VEHICLE, BOTH THE PASSENGER AND DRIVER DOORS FAILED TO OPEN. EVEN USING THE KEY FAILED TO OPEN THE DOORS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE LOCKING MECHANISM IN THE DOOR FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Latches & Locks · July 8, 2016

2013 Kenworth T600 — common questions

Is the 2013 Kenworth T600 reliable?

The record is thin — 3 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2013 Kenworth T600 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2013 Kenworth T600. 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 2013 compare to other T600 years?

What are the most common 2013 Kenworth T600 problems?

Does the 2013 Kenworth T600 have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2013 Kenworth T600 — common questions

Is the 2013 Kenworth T600 reliable?

Does the 2013 Kenworth T600 have recalls?

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