Kenworth T800 years to avoid
Across 1987–2025, no single T800 year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 1997 drew the most complaints; 2025 the fewest.
49
Total complaints
134
Recall campaigns
1987–2025
Years covered
0
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Every T800 year
Common questions
What is the best year for the Kenworth T800?
By complaint volume, 2025 has the cleanest NHTSA record among T800 years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Kenworth T800 have?
Across all model years, the T800 has 134 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 49 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.