No complaints are listed for the 2022 Kenworth T180. NHTSA's API and bulk file list none in this build.
Data build 2026-10-09.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as KENWORTH T180.
Model-generated complaint tags: No complaints are listed for tagging.
Recalls
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4 recalls.
Date: 2024-03-20. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
Defect: PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Peterbilt 365, 367, 389, 535, 536, 537, 548, 567, 579, and 2021-2025 Kenworth T180, T280, T380, T480, T680, T880 and W990 trucks. The right-hand gear shifter stalk connectors may have been improperly crimped, resulting in a loss of communication.
Consequence: A loss of communication between the gear shifter and the transmission may result in the vehicle becoming disabled after coming to a stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the gear shifter assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed December 15, 2025, then phased after that. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888 or Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 24PBE and 24KWE.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2024-01-15. Systems: VISIBILITY.
Defect: PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Peterbilt 535, 536, 537, 548, and Kenworth T180, T280, T380, T480 trucks. The glass lock ring on the cab mirror assembly may not be fully seated, allowing the mirror glass to detach.
Consequence: A detached mirror glass can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the mirror glass lock ring and repair it as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed February 23, 2024. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888 and/or Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 24KWA and 24PBA.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2022-06-15. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
Defect: PACCAR, Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2022 Kenworth T180, 2021-2023 Kenworth T280, 2022-2023 Kenworth T380, 2022-2023 Peterbilt 536, and 537 vehicles. Internal components of the transmission actuator may slip, causing the actuator to become miscalibrated.
Consequence: A miscalibrated actuator may cause the transmission to shift into an unexpected gear, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the transmission actuator, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 8, 2022. Owners may contact PACCAR's customer service at 1-425-828-5888 (Kenworth); 1-940-591-4220 (Peterbilt). PACCAR's number for this recall is 22KWD and 22PBD.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2022-06-15. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.
Defect: PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2022 Kenworth T180 and 2023 Kenworth T280 and Peterbilt 535 vehicles. The ABS telltale was not enabled on certain vehicles, and will not illuminate even during an ABS malfunction. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems."
Consequence: An inoperational ABS system may not notify the driver of a malfunction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will perform a complete software update to correct the parameter setting, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 9, 2022. Owners may contact PACCAR's customer service at 1-425-828-5888 (Kenworth); 1-940-591-4220 (Peterbilt). PACCAR's number for this recall is 22KWC and 22PBC.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
14 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 8 |
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| POWER TRAIN | 5 |
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| ENGINE | 2 |
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| BACK OVER PREVENTION | 1 |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 1 |
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| SERVICE BRAKES | 1 |
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| VISIBILITY | 1 |
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11037541
Date: 2026-09-11. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE.
"Kenworth: Dealers should check the chassis list and SIR weekly for VIN changes. 2 chassis added to the chassis list. Peterbilt: Dealers should check the chassis list and SIR weekly for VIN changes. 10 chassis added to the chassis list."
11033918
Date: 2026-06-03. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
"KW: A new recommended repair has been added to verify the software level and close the campaign in SIR.The repair procedure has been updated with additional note boxes for clear instructions. PB: The repair procedure has been updated with additional note boxes for clear instructions."
11033351
Date: 2026-05-06. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Troubleshooting procedures for 2.1m cab power windows are now available.
11029738
Date: 2026-02-11. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
The Parts section has been updated to clarify that freight charges for safety recall orders should not be passed on to the end customer.
11029787
Date: 2026-02-03. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE.
Cummins TSB 210203 has been updated to remove the PACCAR suction side fuel filter part number from Table 1 as the filter is no longer compatible.
11028318
Date: 2026-01-31. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
The right-hand shift stalk may have an improper wire harness terminal crimp within the wire harness connector. Loss of communication between the right-hand shift stalk and the vehicle may result in the vehicle being disabled after it comes to a stop, thereby increasing the risk of crash or injury. A
11028308
Date: 2026-01-13. Type: Warranty Program/Extension. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN.
24PBE_24KWE RH Shift Stalk Update Warranty section has been updated with revised verbiage for picture requirements.
11027065
Date: 2025-12-24. Type: Emissions. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES.
The parts section has been updated for clarity. The right-hand shift stalk may have an improper wire harness terminal crimp within the wire harness connector. Loss of communication between the right-hand shift stalk and the vehicle may result in the vehicle being disabled after it comes to a stop,
11027063
Date: 2025-12-16. Type: Warranty Program/Extension. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN.
The right-hand shift stalk may have an improper wire harness terminal crimp within the wire harness connector. Loss of communication between the right-hand shift stalk and the vehicle may result in the vehicle being disabled after it comes to a stop, thereby increasing the risk of crash or injury.
11026414
Date: 2025-11-26. Type: Service Campaign. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN.
The right-hand shift stalk may have an improper wire harness terminal crimp within the wire harness connector. Loss of communication between the right-hand shift stalk and the vehicle may result in the vehicle being disabled after it comes to a stop, thereby increasing the risk of crash or injury. A