2015 Kenworth T880: recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 12 recall campaigns for the 2015 Kenworth T880. The newest campaign is 24V145000. NHTSA received the report on 23 Feb 2024. The NHTSA record gives the component Service Brakes, Air / Supply / Reservoir/Tank. NHTSA has no complaint on file for this model year.

The NHTSA recall file shows no do-not-drive advisory and no park-outside advisory on these campaigns.

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Remedy of the newest campaign, 24V145000, in the NHTSA record

Dealers will install the correct volume air tanks, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 12, 2024. Additional owner notification letters were mailed October 27, 2025. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-425-828-5888. PACCAR's number for this recall is 24KWD.

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Recall campaigns

12 campaigns, newest first. 570,713 units in total.

24V14500023 Feb 2024Service Brakes, Air / Supply / Reservoir/Tank
20V1990006 Apr 2020Service Brakes, Air / Antilock / ABS Warning Light
18V81600016 Nov 2018Exterior Lighting
18V3680001 Jun 2018Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
17V47100025 Jul 2017Exterior Lighting
17V32200016 May 2017Service Brakes, Air
17V10300015 Feb 2017Fuel System, Other / Delivery / Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
15V45800022 Jul 2015Exterior Lighting / Hazard Flashing Warning Lights
15V2700008 May 2015Electrical System / Alternator/Generator/Regulator
15V1960003 Apr 2015Power Train / Axle Assembly
15V05100030 Jan 2015Service Brakes, Air / Disc / Caliper
14V81000029 Dec 2014Parking Brake / Conventional / Air

24V145000Received 23 Feb 2024. 936 units.
Service Brakes, Air / Supply / Reservoir/Tank
Defect, in the NHTSA record
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2009-2021 Kenworth C500, 2012-2021 Kenworth T440, 2009-2015 Kenworth T660, 2015-2024 Kenworth T680, 2009-2024 Kenworth T800, 2009-2020 Kenworth T370, 2014-2023 Kenworth T880, 2011-2016 Kenworth T470, 2023 Kenworth T480, 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."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Insufficient air volume can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will install the correct volume air tanks, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 12, 2024. Additional owner notification letters were mailed October 27, 2025. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-425-828-5888. PACCAR's number for this recall is 24KWD.
Report filed by PACCAR Incorporated. Manufacturer campaign number 24KWD. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 12 Aug 2024.
20V199000Received 6 Apr 2020. 460,515 units.
Service Brakes, Air / Antilock / ABS Warning Light
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the driver unknowingly operates the vehicle without the ABS functioning, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will update the NAMUX software within the cab control module, free of charge. PACCAR issued owners an interim notification on June 4, 2020. The recall began May 26, 2020. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888 or Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 20pbc AND 20KWB.
Report filed by PACCAR Incorporated. Manufacturer campaign number 20pbc AND 20KWB. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 26 May 2020.
18V816000Received 16 Nov 2018. 1,619 units.
Exterior Lighting
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Missing reflex reflectors can reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
PACCAR will notify owners and dealers will install reflex reflective tape, free of charge. The recall began January 15, 2019. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-918-259-3258. PACCAR's number for this recall is 18KWF, and 18PBC.
Report filed by PACCAR Incorporated. Manufacturer campaign number 18KWF & 18PBC. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 15 Jan 2019.
18V368000Received 1 Jun 2018. 85,626 units.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Defect, in the NHTSA record
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Peterbilt 567 and 579 trucks and 2015-2018 Kenworth T660, T680, T800, T880 and W900 trucks. 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."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the driver unknowingly operates the vehicle without the ABS functioning, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will update the NAMUX software within the cab control module, free of charge. PACCAR issued owners an interim notification on July 30, 2018. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-918-259-3258 or Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000.
Report filed by PACCAR Incorporated. Manufacturer campaign number 18KWD;18PBB. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 21 May 2020.
17V471000Received 25 Jul 2017. 5,731 units.
Exterior Lighting
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A short in the spotlight circuitry may increase the risk of a fire at the cab fuse block.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will change the polyfuse switch in the spotlight circuit to a standard fuse, free of charge. The recall began on September 19, 2017. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 17KWC and 717-B.
Report filed by PACCAR Incorporated. Manufacturer campaign number 17KWC and 717-B. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 19 Sep 2017.
17V322000Received 16 May 2017. 23 units.
Service Brakes, Air
Defect, in the NHTSA record
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Kenworth T800 and T880 vehicles equipped with Neway ADZ tridem rear suspensions. The brake control airline may be the incorrect size, resulting in an imbalance in the service brake application timing. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air brake systems."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
An incorrectly sized airline may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Kenworth will notify owners, and dealers will modify the air brake system with updated brake piping, free of charge. The recall began on June 21, 2017. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000. PACCAR's number for this recall is 17KWB.
Report filed by PACCAR Incorporated. Manufacturer campaign number 17KWB. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 21 Jun 2017.
17V103000Received 15 Feb 2017. 465 units.
Fuel System, Other / Delivery / Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
Defect, in the NHTSA record
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Kenworth K370, T680, T880 and 2017-2018 Peterbilt 567 and 579 trucks. The plastic fuel tee fittings on these trucks may leak fuel.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Kenworth and Peterbilt will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspect fuel tees, free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2017. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000 and Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4000. PACCAR's numbers for this recall is 17KWA and 217-A.
Report filed by PACCAR Incorporated. Manufacturer campaign number 17KWA and 217-A. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 13 Apr 2017.
15V458000Received 22 Jul 2015. 12,551 units.
Exterior Lighting / Hazard Flashing Warning Lights
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the hazard warning lamps are overridden by the DRL, oncoming vehicles may fail to be warned, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Kenworth will notify owners, and dealers will update the cab controller software, free of charge. The recall began on September 167, 2015. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000. Kenworth's number for this recall is 15KWL.
Report filed by PACCAR Incorporated. Manufacturer campaign number 15KWL. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 16 Sep 2015.
15V270000Received 8 May 2015. 1,494 units.
Electrical System / Alternator/Generator/Regulator
Defect, in the NHTSA record
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Kenworth T660, T680, T880 trucks manufactured February 18, 2013, to April 10, 2015, and 2011-2016 Peterbilt 386, 389, 567, 579, and 587 trucks manufactured December 13, 2010, to April 20, 2015. The affected trucks, equipped with PACCAR MX-13 engines and Delco-Remy 40SI alternators, have alternator charge cables that may chafe against a formed metal freon discharge line.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the alternator cable rubs through its insulation, an electrical short may occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will reroute the alternator charge cable away from the metal freon line, free of charge. PACCAR issued an interim notification to owners on July 10, 2015. The recall began on September 16, 2015. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000 or Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4000. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 15KWE and 515-F.
Report filed by PACCAR Incorporated. Manufacturer campaign number 15KWE and 515-F. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 16 Sep 2015.
15V196000Received 3 Apr 2015. 24 units.
Power Train / Axle Assembly
Defect, in the NHTSA record
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Kenworth T680 and T880 trucks manufactured November 17, 2014, to January 5, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with Meritor MT-40-14X rear drive axles that may circulate an inadequate amount of lubricant to the wheel end hub assembly.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Without adequate lubrication to the wheel end hub assembly, the bearings may fail prematurely, increasing the risk of a wheel-end fire or crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Kenworth will notify owners, and dealers will replace the defective rear drive axle and inspect the wheel ends for damage, replacing them, as needed, free of charge. The recall began May 29, 2015. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000. PACCAR's number for this recall is 15KWB.
Report filed by PACCAR Incorporated. Manufacturer campaign number 15KWB. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 29 May 2015.
15V051000Received 30 Jan 2015. 106 units.
Service Brakes, Air / Disc / Caliper
Defect, in the NHTSA record
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2015 Peterbilt 210, 220, 320, and Kenworth K270, K370, T660, T800, T880 trucks manufactured July 21, 2014, to September 16, 2014. The brake caliper bolts may not be properly torqued.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
As a result, the brake caliper bolts may loosen, reducing the effectiveness of the brakes and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and tighten or replace any loose caliper bolts, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2015. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service 1-940-591-4000, or Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000. PACCAR's number for this recall is 15KWA (Kenworth) and 115B (Peterbilt).
Report filed by PACCAR Incorporated. Manufacturer campaign number 15KWA and 115B. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 27 Mar 2015.
14V810000Received 29 Dec 2014. 1,623 units.
Parking Brake / Conventional / Air
Defect, in the NHTSA record
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2015 Peterbilt 367, 389, 567, 579, and 587 trucks manufactured from May 23, 2014, to February 13, 2015, and 2015 Kenworth T270, T370, T440, T470, T660, T680, T800, T880, and W900 trucks manufactured from May 23, 2014, to February 13, 2015, equipped with certain air brake actuators. The affected vehicles may experience brake drag due to an improperly seated diaphragm in the brake chamber.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Brake drag may result in a wheel end fire.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Kenworth and Peterbilt will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the brake chamber, as necessary, free of charge. An interim notice was mailed to owners March 3, 2015. The recall began on May 14, 2015. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-425-828-5000 (Kenworth), or 1-940-591-4000 (Peterbilt). PACCAR's number for this recall is 14KWP (Kenworth), and 1214L (Peterbilt).
Report filed by PACCAR Incorporated. Manufacturer campaign number 14KWP & 1214L (PB). Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 14 May 2015.

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Recall Register. 2015 Kenworth T880: recalls and complaints. https://recallregister.com/vehicle/kenworth/t880/2015/. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, recall, complaint and investigation files. Data through 30 Sep 2026.

Sources

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Licence: US government work, public domain
Recall file through: 30 Sep 2026
Complaint file through: 30 Sep 2026
First complaint in the file: 1 Jan 1995
Manufacturer in the recall file: PACCAR Incorporated

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Questions

How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2015 Kenworth T880?: 570,713 units in 12 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.
How many recall campaigns does the Kenworth T880 have for all model years?: NHTSA lists 54 recall campaigns for the Kenworth T880, model years 2011 to 2027. 12 of them name the 2015 model year.
Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2015 Kenworth T880 open?: The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.