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Reliability data is meaningful at the model level — not the brand level. Click any model below to see complaints, recalls, years to avoid, and common problems.
Why we don't show Kenworth-wide stats: Kenworth reliability varies hugely by model. Looking at the brand average is misleading — the Kenworth F-150 might be solid while the KenworthFocus has known transmission issues. Pick the specific model you're interested in.
Kenworth Models (3)
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Most Common Kenworth Problems
Components most reported across all Kenworth models in NHTSA complaints.
| Component | Complaints | Crash % |
|---|---|---|
| TIRES | 31 | 22.6% |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 28 | 10.7% |
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR | 27 | 0.0% |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 24 | 12.5% |
| POWER TRAIN | 20 | 5.0% |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 20 | 5.0% |
| ENGINE | 13 | 0.0% |
| STEERING | 11 | 27.3% |
| STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS | 10 | 0.0% |
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 8 | 0.0% |
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