- The problem
- On certain trucks equipped with truck hub units manufactured by skf exclusively for use on arvinmeritor's ff98x series non-drive steer axles, the hub unit bearings can wear prematurely.
- The risk
- Seizure of the bearings can cause wheel separation or wheel end fire.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace all front axle hubs. Notification began july 16, 2003. The manufacturer has advised us that parts will not be available until september 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy with a reasonable time should contact peterbilt at 940-591-4201 or kenworth 425-828-5440.
Vehicle safety record
2000 Kenworth T2000 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2000 Kenworth T2000 with NHTSA, most often about the transmission & drivetrain (1) and the electrical system (1). It is covered by 6 recalls, the latest in April 2003 for the hub. For comparison, the 1999 has 2 and the 2001 has 1.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical T2000 year, for its age
#366 most complained-about 2000 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 6
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2000 Kenworth T2000 problems
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2000 Kenworth T2000 recalls 6
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Heavy duty trucks equipped with trw tie rod ends on certain arvinmeritor and dana axles. Peterbilt will recall 1,434 vehicles equipped with arvinmeritor axles manufactured from december 11, 1999, to may 14, 2000, and from july 22 to september 30, 2000. Kenworth will recall 859 vehicles equipped with arvinmeritor vehicles manufactured from december 11, 1999, to may 23, 2000, and from july 27, 2000, to september 30, 2000 and kennworth will recall an additional 4,151 vehicles equipped with dana axles and manufactured from june 23 to december 6, 1999, and from may 23 to september 30, 2000. The tie rod and drag link ball stud ends contain bearings that are below the specified case depth and/or hardness.
- The risk
- This can lead to premature wear with possible separation of the ball stud from the socket, increasing the risk of loss of control of the vehicle.
- The fix
- Dealers will remove and replace all affected tie rods and drag links with different designed ends. Owner notification began july 15, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact peterbilt at 1-940-591-4201 or kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
- The problem
- Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with trw tie rod ends on certain meritor axles. The tie rod and drag link ball stud ends contain bearings that are below the specified case depth and/or hardness.
- The risk
- This can lead to premature wear with possible separation of the ball stud from the socket, increasing the risk of loss of control of the vehicle.
- The fix
- Dealers will remove and replace all affected tie rods and drag links with different designed ends. Owner notification began october 24, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact peterbilt at 1-940-591-4000 or kenworth at 1-425-828-5000.
- The problem
- Vehicle description: vehicles equipped with 54" rear axle spacing configuration of the airglide 200 suspension with the service application identified as logger, dump truck, or tanker. The rear suspension is regularly subjected to extreme articulation, resulting in flexing of the joint.
- The risk
- Failure of the lower sway arm attaching bolts could result in loss of vehicle control.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the lower sway arm brackets. Owner notification began march 27, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5000.
- The problem
- Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with eaton autoshift gen ii transmission assemblies. Due to a software problem in the transmission assemblies, the transmission will select the wrong gear.
- The risk
- If an inappropriate gear is selected without the driver's knowledge, the vehicle will react differently than expected, possibly resulting in injury or crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the autoshift transmissions. Eaton performed the campaign for the kenworth portion. However peterbilt will be conducting their own campaign.
- The problem
- Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with brake valves manufactured by honeywell bendix. The orientation and location of the brake valve is such that water can get into the valve through a vent in the valve. The water will contaminate the air system and could freeze the brake valve.
- The risk
- If frozen, the operator will not be able to modulate the brake forces with the brake pedal.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect the air brake system and modifications will be made to the brake valve.
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2 complaints about the 2000 Kenworth T2000
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 kenworth t-2000 truck. While driving at 20 mph, the contact noticed the clutch coil was cracked. The contact was unable to stop the vehicle. He then shut off the engine and coast to a stop. The contact had not spoken with the dealer or the manufacturer regarding the defective part. The contact ordered the part from an auto parts store and he was awaiting its arrival. The vin was not available the current and failure mileage was 656,000.
Control module for b panel accessory guages has failed twice within one year. B panel guages are not essential to operation however they provide useful information to the driver for vehicle performance and maintenance status (ie oil temp, turbo boost, suspension pressure). *Ak
Kenworth T2000: every year compared
All T2000 years2000 Kenworth T2000 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 Kenworth T2000 | 2 | 6 | C | |
| 2000 Kenworth W900 | 7 | 9 | C | Compare |
| 2000 Kenworth Conventional Series | 2 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2000 Kenworth T800 | 1 | 10 | C | Compare |
| 2000 Kenworth T800B | 1 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2000 Kenworth Kenworth | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2000 Kenworth T2000
Does the 2000 Kenworth T2000 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2000 Kenworth T2000: hub (April 2003); tie rod assembly (July 2002); tie rod assembly (August 2001); lower arm (February 2001) and more. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Kenworth T2000?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the transmission & drivetrain (1), electrical system (1).
How many complaints has the 2000 Kenworth T2000 had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on December 17, 2003 and the latest on June 29, 2010. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2000 Kenworth T2000 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 45 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Kenworth T2000 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Kenworth T2000 years have the most complaints?
2007 (12), 2006 (7), 1997 (3). See every Kenworth T2000 year compared.
What should I do if my 2000 Kenworth T2000 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data