2013 KENWORTH T680 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2013 Kenworth T680 has 0 complaints and 18 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to equipment safety, brakes, electrical systems, and lighting. The recalls address potential safety defects in these areas, along with components such as seat belts and door latches.
There are 18 recalls affecting various systems including equipment, service brakes, electrical components, suspension, exterior lighting, seat belts, parking brakes, and software controls. These recalls primarily focus on compliance with federal safety standards and include repairs or replacements at no cost to owners.
Recalls- Bunk restraints. Recall 12V249000 affects 13 vehicles for sleeper bunk restraints failing FMVSS No. 302 flammability requirements, posing fire risk. The fix involves installing new bunk restraints. Notification began July 13, 2012.
- Upper bunk restraint belt. Recall 12V332000 covers 21 vehicles with upper bunk restraint belts and buckles below specified strength. This could cause unintentional unbuckling during crashes increasing injury risk. Dealers replace the restraint belts. Recall started August 20, 2012.
- Air brake timing. Recall 12V214000 involves 7 vehicles exceeding brake timing test requirements for trailer circuits, potentially extending stopping distances and increasing crash risk. Dealers install relay valves. Repairs are complete. Notification began May 16, 2012.
- Warning labels. Recall 12V333000 addresses 21 vehicles with deformed bunk restraint warning labels that may become unreadable, increasing injury risk. Dealers replace affected labels. Recall began August 20, 2012.
- Air suspension software. Recall 13V027000 affects 330 vehicles with software that may cause rear air suspension to re-inflate unexpectedly when ignition is turned off. This risks injury near the suspension. Dealers reprogram the software. Recall began February 2013.
- Seat belt cables. Recall 13V091000 affects 2,509 vehicles with fraying cables anchoring seat belt buckles on air ride seats. This may cause belts to separate during crashes, increasing injury risk. Buckle assemblies are replaced free. Recall began May 9, 2013.
- Exterior lights self-test switch. Recall 13V048000 includes 2,019 vehicles with a self-test switch that can extinguish all exterior lights if pressed while moving, reducing visibility and increasing crash risk. Dealers disable the function and replace the switch. Recall began February 28, 2013.
- Parking brake location. Recall 14V027000 covers 86 vehicles where the parking brake is on the non-driven axle, potentially allowing the vehicle to roll away when set. Dealers relocate the brake to the forward axle. Recall began April 9, 2014.
- Door latch assemblies. Recall 14V012000 impacts 11,056 vehicles with Inteva-brand door latches that may lock permanently or open from outside despite locking. This risks occupant entrapment during emergencies. Dealers replace door latch assemblies. Recall began March 25, 2014.
- Hazard lights and DRL conflict. Recall 15V458000 affects 12,551 vehicles where daytime running lamps override hazard flashing after the brake pedal is pressed, reducing hazard visibility and increasing crash risk. Dealers update cab controller software at no cost. Recall began September 2015.
- Spotlight circuit fuse. Recall 17V471000 includes 5,731 vehicles with inadequately protected spotlight circuits risking fire at the cab fuse block. Dealers replace the polyfuse switch with a standard fuse free of charge. Recall began September 19, 2017.
- Electronic stability control software. Recall 20V199000 impacts 460,515 vehicles where ABS loss of power may not trigger dash warning lights, increasing crash risk. Dealers update NAMUX software in the cab control module for free. The recall began May 26, 2020.
- Intermediate marker lamps. Recall 18V816000 affects 1,619 vehicles missing reflex reflectors on side marker lamps, reducing visibility and increasing crash risk. Dealers install reflex reflective tape at no cost. Recall began January 15, 2019.
Owners with 2013 Kenworth T680 vehicles facing repeated repairs related to these recalls or unresolved safety defects may have rights under state lemon laws. They should consider consulting with a qualified attorney to explore their options.
2013 KENWORTH T680 Summary
2013
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
13
Total Recalls
496478
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2013 KENWORTH T680
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 T680
1619 vehicles affected
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2013-2019 Kenworth T680 and T880 and Peterbilt 579 trucks, greater than 30 feet long and equipped with side extender mounted intermediate marker lamp/turn signals that do not include a reflex reflector. Since both intermediate side marker lamps and reflex reflectors are required, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: Missing reflex reflectors can reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
2013 KENWORTH T680
5731 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Peterbilt 567 and 579 Kenworth T680 and T880 trucks equipped with optional spotlights. The spotlight circuit may not be adequately protected in the event of a short.
Risk: A short in the spotlight circuitry may increase the risk of a fire at the cab fuse block.
2013 KENWORTH T680
12551 vehicles affected
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Kenworth T440, T470, T660, T680, and T880 trucks manufactured January 14, 2010, to May 22, 2015, and equipped with HID Headlamps and the option for Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). The DRLs are required to deactivate when the hazard warning lights are activated, however, the DRLs on these vehicles override the hazard flashing functionality after the brake pedal is pushed for more than two seconds. Normal hazard flashing functionality returns once the service brake is released. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: If the hazard warning lamps are overridden by the DRL, oncoming vehicles may fail to be warned, increasing the risk of a crash.
2013 KENWORTH T680
11056 vehicles affected
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
PACCAR Inc. is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Kenworth T680 chassis manufactured January 1, 2012, through October 14, 2013, and Peterbilt 567 and 579 chassis manufactured January 20, 2012, through October 11, 2013, and equipped with Inteva-brand door latch assemblies. In the affected vehicles, the doors may lock permanently while closed or may be opened from the outside even after they have been locked.
Risk: If the door latch assembly becomes permanently locked while closed occupants could be prevented from exiting the vehicle in the event of a crash or fire, increasing the risk of injury.
2013 KENWORTH T680
86 vehicles affected
PARKING BRAKE
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR)is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 T660, and T680 vehicles manufactured from December 4, 2012, through September 17, 2013 and configured as a dead axle tandem with air disc brakes and spring brake delete options. The affected vehicles have the parking brake incorrectly placed on the non-driven rear axle.
Risk: If the parking brake is on the non-driven axle the vehicle could roll away when the parking brakes are set, resulting in an increased risk of a crash.
2013 KENWORTH T680
2019 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PACCAR is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Kenworth T680 and T880 trucks, manufactured from January 18, 2012, through February 1, 2013; and model year 2013-2014 Peterbilt 579 and 567 vehicles, manufactured from January 20, 2012, through January 31, 2013. The Exterior Lights Self-Test switch is intended to be used when the vehicle is parked. If the switch is pressed while the vehicle is in motion, the Exterior Lights Self-Test switch will cause all exterior lighting to be extinguished.
Risk: An unexpected loss of lighting during vehicle operation may reduce the driver's ability to see other vehicles, pedestrians, or objects, as well as reduce the truck's visibility to other drivers or pedestrians, increasing the risk of crash.
2013 KENWORTH T680
2509 vehicles affected
SEAT BELTS
PACCAR is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Kenworth T680 and T880 trucks and model year 2013-2014 Peterbilt 567, 579 and 587 trucks equipped with air ride seats. The cables for anchoring the seat belt buckles of both the driver and passenger seat may fray.
Risk: In the event of a crash, a frayed seat belt could cause the belt to separate from the seat, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
2013 KENWORTH T680
330 vehicles affected
SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM
PACCAR is recalling certain model year 2013 Kenworth T680 vehicles, manufactured from November 29, 2012, through December 6, 2012; and model year 2013 Peterbilt 579 and 567 vehicles, manufactured from August 28, 2012, through December 31, 2012. These vehicles were equipped with the air suspension dump valve option. New software may cause the rear air suspension to re-inflate without warning when the operator turns the ignition key to the "off" position.
Risk: An unexpected re-inflation of the suspension could result in personal injury to a person near the rear suspension.
2013 KENWORTH T680
21 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Paccar is recalling certain model year 2013 Kenworth T680 vehicles, manufactured from January 19, 2012, through May 15, 2012. The warning label located on the front of the upper bunk may deform after installation, making the text unreadable.
Risk: If the warning label is not readable, the occupant may be unaware of the safety recommendations and be at an increased risk of personal injury in a crash or sudden vehicle deceleration.
2013 KENWORTH T680
7 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
PACCAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2013 KENWORTH T680, AND PETERBILT 579 VEHICLES, FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD (FMVSS) NO. 121, "AIR BRAKE SYSTEMS." THESE VEHICLES EXCEED THE BRAKE TIMING TEST REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 121 FOR TRAILER CIRCUITS WHEN 15 FOOT COILED TRAILER LINES ARE USED.
Risk: THE LONGER BRAKE APPLY TIME MAY RESULT IN EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCES, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
2013 KENWORTH T680
21 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT
PACCAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2013 KENWORTH T680 VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 19, 2012, THROUGH MAY 15, 2012. THE UPPER BUNK RESTRAINT BELT AND BUCKLE ASSEMBLY MAY BE LESS THAN THE SPECIFIED STRENGTH.
Risk: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH OR SUDDEN VEHICLE DECELERATION, AN UNEXPECTED UNLATCHING OF THE UPPER BUNK RESTRAINT HARNESS BUCKLE COULD OCCUR, INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY TO AN OCCUPANT.
2013 KENWORTH T680
13 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT
PACCAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2013 KENWORTH T680 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 76” SLEEPER AND GREY OR TAN COLOR-MATCHED BUNK RESTRAINTS FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD (FMVSS) NO. 302, "FLAMMABILITY OF INTERIOR MATERIALS."
Risk: FLAMMABLE MATERIAL, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Complaints
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