No complaints are listed for the 2010 Kenworth W900S. NHTSA's API and bulk file list none in this build.
Data build 2026-10-09.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as KENWORTH W900S.
Model-generated complaint tags: No complaints are listed for tagging.
Recalls
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1 recalls.
Date: 2009-12-23. Systems: STEERING.
Defect: KENWORTH IS RECALLING MODEL YEAR 2010 T2000, T800, T660 AND W900S TRUCKS MANUFACTURED BETWEEN JULY 1 AND OCTOBER 23, 2009. THE FASTENERS ATTACHING THE STEERING GEAR TO THE FRONT DRIVE BRACKET MAY HAVE RECEIVED INSUFFICIENT TORQUE DURING THE INSTALLATION PROCESS RESULTING IN LESS THAN REQUIRED CLAMP LOAD.
Consequence: THE INSUFFICIENT CLAMP LOAD MAY ALLOW THE FASTENER(S) TO BECOME LOOSE AND FALL AWAY FROM THE VEHICLE RESULTING IN ROAD DEBRIS. IF MULTIPLE FASTENERS WERE TO BECOME LOOSE, THE VEHICLE STEERING MAY WANDER, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND RE-TORQUE THE STEERING GEAR MOUNTING BOLTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JANUARY 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KENWORTH AT 1-425-828-5440.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
18 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 11 |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
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| EQUIPMENT | 3 |
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| ENGINE | 1 |
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| EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 1 |
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| POWER TRAIN | 1 |
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| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 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."
11033380
Date: 2026-05-26. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
KW: A Transmission Control Module (TCM) software update is now available for certain T680, T880, and W990 chassis with Eaton Endurant transmissions, TCM software version R5.5 or later and an AT5 controller, where the TASPS fails. Please see the Eaton bulletin TAIB-1015 in the Attachments section for
10188550
Date: 2021-02-10. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT, EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY, VISIBILITY.
Information Only A?A A Windshield washer pumps have a high No Trouble Found rate. Washer pumps may fail to spray due to a clogged filter.
10177021
Date: 2020-06-08. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Information Only: This bulletin provides dealers with a battery warranty quick reference guide to ensure the appropriate tests for battery warranty are performed in order to prevent battery warranty claims filed with incorrect or incomplete information.
10173205
Date: 2020-03-17. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
Information Only: Proper jump-starting voltage will eliminate high voltage related issues and equipment damage.
10173212
Date: 2020-03-03. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL.
Information Only A?A A Vehicles may have the connector seals on the wheel speed sensor incorrectly installed, which may lead to water intrusion and corrosion in some vehicles.
10168703
Date: 2019-11-06. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Information Only: This bulletin provides guidance for repairing an air-conditioning system after internal failure of the A/C compressor.
10042806
Date: 2011-11-21. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
KENWORTH: INFORMATION IN BULLETIN PERTAINING TO POSSIBLE ENGINE DERATE BY WHICH THE DEF FILTERS ARE CLOGGED AND/OR CONTAMINATED DEF IS IDENTIFIED. *PE
10042784
Date: 2011-11-08. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
KENWORTH: INFORMATION REGARDING REAR NOX SENSOR REPAIRS SHOULD INCLUDE SYSTEM UPDATES FOR CHASSIS OPERATING IN CONDITIONS WHICH RESULT IN MOISTURE RELATED SENSOR FAILURES WITH IMPROVED MOISTURE PROTECTION EXHAUST DESIGN FOR REAR NOX SENSOR. *PE
10042805
Date: 2011-10-31. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, EQUIPMENT.
KENWORTH: INFORMATION PERTAINING TO UPDATING THE ENGINE ON CERTAIN TRUCKS FOR NEW PRODUCTIVE ENGINES. EMISSIONS LABEL WITH REQUIRED CLARIFICATION. *PE