2006 Kenworth T2000 Problems
- Complaints
- 7filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 233,260miles, 7 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 7campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2006 Kenworth T2000 (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 7 consumer complaints for the 2006 Kenworth T2000. The part named most often is brakes, with 7 complaints (100% of the total). 7 of the complaints include a mileage, and 0% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 233,260 miles. NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns and 12 technical service bulletins for this model year. Brakes complaints overlap with 2 recall campaigns filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes7 100%
Example complaints
Brakes: “On two of are 2006 T2000 kenoworth semis, the s-cam tube broke under stress of normal braking. Causing the trucks to lose there braking power to that tire. These trucks had around 400,000 miles on them. This kind of repair is rare this early in the trucks life, and is possibly dangerous if it happens at the wrong time.”
NHTSA complaint #10239398, filed 2008-08, 376,100 milesMileage when problems were reported
0% of the 7 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 231,028 and 303,287 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 09V239000Jun 30, 2009Service brakes, airCovers: Kenworth T2000 2004–2009, W900 2004–2009, T800 2004–2009 +2 more
Kenworth is recalling 3,423 my 2004-2009 t2000, t800,t600, w900 and t660 vehicles. Increased brake excitation in a certain vehicle configuration which includes bendix drum brakes, wide base low profile single tires, and an ag400 or ag460 rear suspension, due…
- 08V485000Sep 24, 2008SuspensionCovers: Kenworth T2000 2004–2009, W900 2004–2009, T800 2004–2009 +2 more
Paccar is recalling 130 my 2004-2009 t2000, t800, t600, w900 and t660 kenworth trucks built with an ag400 rear suspension, long stroke brake chambers, and wide base tires (super singles). These vehicles may develop an increase in lateral and vertical axle…
- 08V487000Sep 23, 2008Engine and engine cooling › Engine › DieselCovers: Kenworth T2000 2006–2009, T600 2006–2009, W900 2006–2009 +8 more
Paccar is recalling 4,883 my 2006-2009 kenworth t600, t660, t800, w900, t2000 and my 2008-2009 peterbilt 365, 367, 379, 384, 386, 387, 388 and 389 trucks. Inadequate stiffness of the diesel particulate filter (dpf) bracket could result in separation of the…
- 07V279000Jun 28, 2007Engine and engine coolingCovers: Kenworth T2000 2005–2007, T800 2005–2007, T600 2005–2007
On certain trucks equipped with caterpillar c11, c13 or c15 engines, the oil fill cap can become dislodged due to cap damage or improper installation and become lodged in the u-joint of the steering driveline and steering gear.
- 07V269000Jun 26, 2007Trailer hitchesCovers: Kenworth T2000 2005–2008, T800 2005–2008, T600 2005–2008 +2 more
On certain trucks, the removable tow hitch ,when used to tow or lift a vehicle, can fail due to defective material in the tow hitch.
- 07V090000Mar 9, 2007Service brakes, airCovers: Kenworth T2000 2006–2007, C500 2006–2007, W900 2006–2007 +1 more
Certain trucks fail to comply with the brake timing regulatory requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems." the brake valve was moved to the opposite rail, increasing the length of the air line, which in turn increased…
See all 7 recalls for the 2006 Kenworth T2000 → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 12 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11037541Sep 11, 2026Engine. "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…
- 10188550Feb 10, 2021Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Equipment. Information Only â Windshield washer pumps have a high No Trouble Found rate. Washer pumps may fail to spray due to a clogged filter.
- 10177021Jun 8, 2020Electrical 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…
- 10173205Mar 17, 2020Equipment. Information Only: Proper jump-starting voltage will eliminate high voltage related issues and equipment damage.
- 10173212Mar 3, 2020Electrical system, Vehicle speed control. Information Only â Vehicles may have the connector seals on the wheel speed sensor incorrectly installed, which may lead to water intrusion and corrosion in some vehicles.
- 10168703Nov 6, 2019Engine cooling. Information Only: This bulletin provides guidance for repairing an air-conditioning system after internal failure of the A/C compressor.
- 10027646Oct 23, 2008Engine cooling. Kenworth trucks: reduced engine power from fuel starvation. Any model kenworth equipped with the 2007 emissions compliant isx engine and optional davco 382 fuel filter, built prior to 8/11/08,
- 10027666Oct 16, 2008Engine cooling. Kenworth chassis service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. Clean gas induction (cgi) gasket campaign. Csc letter was received. Chassis models affected t2000, t660,t800 and w900…
- 10027664Oct 16, 2008Engine cooling. Kenworth trucks: the inlet pipe connections for isx engines. The kenworth air inlet pipe to the isx turbo may become detached. Chassis affected t2000, t800, and w900. Model years unknown.
- 10025757Oct 16, 2008Engine cooling. Kenworth service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. Kenworth (paccar co): clean gas induction (cgi) flex pipe inspections. Chassis with caterpillar 2007 emissions compliant…
Other model years of the Kenworth T2000
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 12 | 194,002 | 11 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2006 | 7 | 233,260 | 7 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Kenworth T2000 model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2006 Kenworth T2000 have?
NHTSA recorded 7 consumer complaints for the 2006 Kenworth T2000 as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2006 Kenworth T2000 is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 7 complaints (100% of the total).
Has the 2006 Kenworth T2000 been recalled?
NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2006 Kenworth T2000 reported?
Among the 7 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 233,260 miles and the middle half falls between 231,028 and 303,287 miles; 0% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.