No complaints are listed for the 2018 Kenworth T470. NHTSA's API and bulk file list none in this build.
Data build 2026-10-09.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as KENWORTH T470.
Model-generated complaint tags: No complaints are listed for tagging.
Recalls
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2 recalls.
Date: 2022-04-25. Systems: STEERING.
Defect: PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Kenworth T270, T370, T440, T470, T660, T680, T880, T800, W900, W990; and 2018-2020 Peterbilt 330, 337, 348, 365, 367, 389, 520, 567, and 579 vehicles. The Dana D-Series axle steer arm fasteners that attach the steering arm to the steering knuckle may fail.
Consequence: Fastener failure can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace and torque the steer arm fasteners, at no charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 8, 2022. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888 and Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 22 PBB and 22 KWB.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2021-05-26. Systems: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL.
Defect: PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Peterbilt 337, 348, 365, 367, 520, 567, Kenworth T270, T370, T440, T470, T800 and T880 vehicles. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot bore holes, allowing the high pressure fuel rail assembly to leak.
Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rail threads and fuel lines, and replace the rail as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-425-828-5888 (Kenworth) or 1-940-591-4220 (Peterbilt). PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 21KWC and 21PBD.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
9 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
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| ENGINE | 1 |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 1 |
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| EQUIPMENT | 1 |
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| FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL | 1 |
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| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 1 |
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| SERVICE BRAKES | 1 |
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| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR | 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."
11032290
Date: 2026-04-16. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
Bogie Crossmember Torque Value Update - Procedure has been updated to correct torque values.
11024956
Date: 2025-10-28. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES.
SAFETY RECALL Additional chassis have been included. The chassis list has been updated. Certain T370 / T440 / T470 / T480 / T660 / T680 / T800 / T880 / W900 / C500 chassis may be equipped with air tank reservoirs that have less than twelve times the combined volume of all service brake chambers whic
10254164
Date: 2024-04-09. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR.
Certain C500/T440/T470/T660/T680/T800/T880/W900 chassis may have air tank reservoirs that do not meet air volume requirements per FMVSS/CMVSS 121 A A?A A A A Air Brake SystemsA A?A A A A . This bulletin will be updated when repair parts and procedures are available.
10225578
Date: 2022-10-18. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Info Only - PACCAR is introducing Over-the-Air (OTA) software updates for engine MY17 and newer chassis equipped with Cummins X15, X12, ISX12, ISX12N, L9N, PX-7, and PX-9 engines The technology will leverage the existing Remote Diagnostic cs hardware to deliver secure software updates remotely. This
10213089
Date: 2022-05-10. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STEERING.
Safety Recall A A?A A A A Interim Notification - The Dana D-Series front axle steer arm fasteners that attach the steer arm to the steering knuckle may fail, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Repair information will be added when a repair procedure and parts are available.
10208770
Date: 2022-02-04. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EQUIPMENT.
Due to major data carriers phasing out 3G networks, chassis currently utilizing first generation Peoplenet Mobile Gateway (PMG001) will experience severe 3G service degradation as early as January of 2022. Chassis currently utilizing 3G antennas as a primary antenna may experience this degradation
10201965
Date: 2021-09-21. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL.
Fix-As-Fail A?A A Due to undersupply issues, only a limited supply of Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) sensors are available. As a temporary solution, after PACCAR confirms a DEF sensor is not available, a temporary software update will allow a vehicle to continue operation with a failed DEF sensor by di
10198759
Date: 2021-06-22. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
Safety Recall A?A A Cummins Fuel Rail Leak A?A A NHTSA ID: 21V391 / TC: 2021-323, Cummins Recall: C2423.A A Cummins PX9 and ISX12 fuel rails may leak around a sealing washer, potentially resulting in fuel leaks.A A Undetected prolonged diesel fuel spray in the presence of an ignition source may in