2013 KENWORTH T370 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2013 KENWORTH T370 has 0 complaints and 7 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to air brake system components, electronic stability control software, and windshield wiper motor water intrusion in various recalls. There are no individual owner complaints recorded.
There are seven recalls affecting systems such as air brakes, electronic stability control, firefighting water pump equipment, and windshield wiper motors on this vehicle. The recalls address defects ranging from brake valve leakage to software malfunctions that impair ABS warning light functionality.
Recalls- Service brakes air supply check valve. Recall 12V026000 affects 15,932 vehicles. Bendix ATR-6 relay valves may develop internal leakage in cold weather, causing continuous brake application. This can overheat brakes, cause fires, and increase crash risk. PACCAR provides a temporary repair until a permanent fix is developed. The recall started February 10, 2012.
- Air supply hoses and fittings. Recall 12V530000 covers 15 vehicles. Air brake lines in the cab can be pinched by the Eaton Ultrashift transmission clutch actuator, leading to progressive wear and leaks. Reduced brake function increases crash risk. Kenworth will repair free of charge. Recall began November 30, 2012.
- Service brakes air reservoir/tank volume. Recall 24V145000 affects 996 trucks. Air tanks on certain models do not provide sufficient air volume for the braking system, failing federal safety standards and reducing braking performance. Dealers will install proper volume tanks free of charge. Notification began August 12, 2024.
- Electronic stability control software. Recall 20V199000 involves 460,515 vehicles. If ABS controller loses power, the ABS warning light may not activate, leaving drivers unaware the ABS is disabled. This undermines compliance with FMVSS 121 and 136 and increases crash risk. Dealers update NAMUX software free of charge. Recall began May 26, 2020.
- Service brakes ABS warning light. Also part of recall 20V199000 for 460,515 trucks. Failure of the ABS light to illuminate occurs if ABS loses power, raising crash risk from unanticipated ABS inoperation. Software updates are provided free by dealers starting May 26, 2020.
- Firefighting equipment pressure relief valve. Recall 18V094000 covers 66 firefighting vehicles including certain 2013-2017 T370 models. Corroded retaining rings may cause pressure relief valves to open, reducing water pressure and hindering firefighting. Ferrara certified dealers replace rings with stainless steel units at no cost. Recall began February 12, 2018.
- Windshield wiper motor water intrusion. Recall 15V271000 affects 104,807 trucks. Water can leak into the wiper motor causing intermittent function failure, reduced visibility, and possible electrical shorts leading to fire risk. PACCAR is developing a remedy. Recall began September 2, 2015.
Owners dealing with repeated repairs or unresolved safety recall issues may have rights under their state lemon law. Consulting a qualified attorney is advisable to understand available protections.
2013 KENWORTH T370 Summary
2013
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
6
Total Recalls
582331
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2013 KENWORTH T370
996 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:RESERVOIR/TANK
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2009-2021 Kenworth C500, 2012-2021 Kenworth T440, 2009-2015 Kenworth T660, 2015-2024 Kenworth T680, 2008-2024 Kenworth T800, 2009-2020 Kenworth T370, 2013-2023 Kenworth T880, 2011-2016 Kenworth T470, 2023 Kenworth T480, 2021-2023 Kenworth T800B, and 2009-2019 Kenworth W900 vehicles. The air tanks have an insufficient volume of air for the brake system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Risk: Insufficient air volume can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
2013 KENWORTH T370
460515 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2008-2019 Peterbilt 330, 335, 337, 340, 348, 365, 367, 384, 386, 387, 388, 389, 567, 579 and 587 vehicles and 2008-2020 Kenworth T170, T270, T370, T660, T680, T800, T880, and W900 vehicles equipped with NAMUX Software. In the event that the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) loses battery and/or ignition power to the controller, the dash warning light for the ABS may not illuminate to warn the driver of the loss of ABS. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems," and 136, "Electronic Stability Control System on Heavy Vehicles."
Risk: If the driver unknowingly operates the vehicle without the ABS functioning, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
2013 KENWORTH T370
66 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT
Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc. (Ferrara) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Inferno and International 4400, 2013-2016 Igniter, 2014-2017 Cinder and Freightliner M2 106, 2013-2014 Ember and 2013-2017 Kenworth T370 fire-fighting vehicles, equipped with Hale pressure relief valves in the water pumps used for fire fighting. Rings securing the valves may corrode over time after exposure to water, causing the ring to fail and the pressure relief valve to open, reducing the water pressure available for fire fighting.
Risk: A reduction in water pressure may hinder fire fighting efforts, increasing the risk of injury.
2013 KENWORTH T370
104807 vehicles affected
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Kenworth T270, T370, T440, T470, C500, C540, C550, T660, T800, W900, and 963 trucks manufactured November 1, 2010, to April 6, 2015. In the affected trucks, water may leak into the wiper motor.
Risk: As water leaks in, the wiper may cease to function on the 'intermittent' setting, reducing the driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, the water may cause corrosion which, over time, may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
2013 KENWORTH T370
15 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Kenworth is recalling certain model year 2012 and 2013 T270 and T370 medium duty trucks built with Eaton Ultrashift transmissions between December 7, 2011, and April 6, 2012. The air harness from the treadle valve on the affected vehicles was routed in a manner that can cause the air brake lines to be pinched between the cab and the electronic clutch actuator of the Eaton Ultrashift transmission. Significant movement between the cab and transmission can cause progressive wear and an eventual leak in the air lines.
Risk: Air lines which leak can cause reduced brake function, which may result in a crash.
2013 KENWORTH T370
15932 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:CHECK VALVE
PACCAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012-2013 KENWORTH T170, T270, T370, T440, T470, T660, T700, T800, W900, AND PETERBILT 320, 330, 337, 348, 365, 367, 382, 384, 386, 388, 389, AND 587 VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 31, 2011, THROUGH JANUARY 19, 2012, AND EQUIPPED WITH BENDIX ATR-6 ANTILOCK TRACTION RELAY VALVES. IN EXTREMELY COLD CONDITIONS, THESE BENDIX RELAY VALVES MAY POTENTIALLY DEVELOP INTERNAL LEAKAGE. INTERNAL LEAKAGE CAN LEAD TO AIR PRESSURE BEING DELIVERED TO AFFECTED PRIMARY OR SECONDARY BRAKE CAUSING CONTINUOUS BRAKE APPLICATION.
Risk: UNEXPECTED CONTINUOUS BRAKE APPLICATION CAN CAUSE THE BRAKES TO OVERHEAT AND LEAD TO A FIRE. UNEXPECTED CONTINUOUS BRAKE APPLICATION CAN CAUSE THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. ALSO, THE BRAKES MAY BE APPLIED WITHOUT ILLUMINATING THE BRAKE LIGHTS, FAILING TO GIVE PROPER WARNING TO OTHER DRIVERS.
Complaints
No complaints found.