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2024 Kenworth W900 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2024 Kenworth W900 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

1

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2024 compare to other W900 years?

W900 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted12 complaints1975: 0 complaints1976: 0 complaints1977: 0 complaints1978: 0 complaints1982: 0 complaints1983: 1 complaints1991: 0 complaints1994: 1 complaints1995: 1 complaints1996: 0 complaints1997: 1 complaints1998: 4 complaints1999: 6 complaints2000: 12 complaints2001: 1 complaints2002: 1 complaints2003: 1 complaints2004: 2 complaints2005: 2 complaints2006: 1 complaints2007: 2 complaints2008: 1 complaints2009: 0 complaints2010: 0 complaints2011: 0 complaints2012: 0 complaints2013: 0 complaints2014: 0 complaints2015: 0 complaints2016: 0 complaints2017: 0 complaints2018: 0 complaints2019: 0 complaints2020: 0 complaints2021: 1 complaints2022: 3 complaints2023: 0 complaints2024: 1 complaints2025: 0 complaints
W900 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2024 Kenworth W900 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Fuel System1100%

Does the 2024 Kenworth W900 have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

24V043000SteeringJanuary 25, 2024 · 68 units

Defect

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2024 Peterbilt 367, 389, 520, 567, and Kenworth T800, T880, W900, and W990 trucks. The bearing journals may not be fully seated in the steering knuckle assemblies, preventing the proper installation of the wheel end hub assemblies.

Consequence

An improperly installed wheel end hub assembly can leak oil, causing the axle spindles to loosen or fracture and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the steering knuckle assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed February 23, 2024. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220 and/or Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 24PBB and 24KWB.

23V717000Seat BeltsOctober 26, 2023 · 3,841 units

Defect

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2020 Kenworth T660, 2018-2024 Kenworth T800 and W900 vehicles. An additional spacer may have been added to the joint that connects the seat to the seat belt tether and buckle, causing an unsecured connection.

Consequence

An unsecured seat belt connection may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and remove the additional spacer and replace the bolt, as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed March 20, 2024. Owners may contact PACCAR's customer service at 1-425-828-5888. PACCAR's number for this recall is 23KWK.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“The contact called on behalf of the owner of a 2024 Kenworth W900. The contact, who is a fleet manager, stated that while one of the drivers was driving uphill, the vehicle stalled. The driver called and the contact went to the location where the vehicle was pulled over. The contact stated that…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · February 18, 2026

2024 Kenworth W900 — common questions

Is the 2024 Kenworth W900 reliable?

The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2024 Kenworth W900 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2024 Kenworth W900. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

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

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.