Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2007 Kenworth W900
NHTSA data on file today
The 2007 Kenworth W900 has 17 NHTSA recall campaigns and 2 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #13V573000 Brake Application and Release Timing/FMVSS 121 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #11V127000 KENWORTH/PETERBILT/CENTRIFUGAL SPINNER CAP NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #10V634000 KENWORTH/PETERBILT/INTERAXLE DRIVELINE FAILURES NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #09V239000 DRUM BRAKE ASSEMBLIES NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #09V166000 AIR DISC BRAKE CALIPER MOUNTING FASTENERS/BENDIX NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #08V485000 BRAKE ASSEMBLIES/AIRGLIDE 400 REAR SUSPENSION NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #08V487000 DPF BRACKET STRAPS/CATERPILLAR NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #08V190000 TRAILER CABLE CONNECTION NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #08E034000 Trailer Hitches — Fifth Wheel Assembly NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #08V176000 FIFTH WHEELS/SAF-HOLLAND SIMPLEX NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #08V104000 PINTLE HOOK ATTACHMENT BOLTS/PREMIER NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #08V099000 BROKEN SLACK ADJUSTERS ON SISU AXLES/FABCO NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #07V153000 FUEL WATER SEPARATOR/DAVCO NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #07V132000 AXLE HOUSING/DANA NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #07V107000 TRANSMISSION AUTO NEUTRAL FUNCTION/ALLISON NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #07V090000 BRAKE TIMING/FMVSS 121 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #06V447000 TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN/TRW NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Engine and Engine Cooling 2 complaints
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $15,000–$22,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2007 Kenworth W900 has several recalls affecting crucial systems like brakes and fuel, indicating moderate reliability concerns. Recurring issues with brake system components and the potential for engine oil discharge are primary concerns. Despite being a robust truck, these issues affect its overall dependability.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brake system | 60,000–100,000 miles | $1,500–$3,000 | very common |
| Fuel system | 50,000–90,000 miles | $800–$1,500 | common |
| Trailer hitch | 70,000–120,000 miles | $500–$1,000 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter change every 10,000 miles
- Brake inspection every 20,000 miles
- Coolant system check annually
- Transmission service every 100,000 miles
- Tire rotation every 30,000 miles
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Increased brake pedal travel
- Unusual engine noise
- Loose trailer connections
- Vibrations during braking
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2007 Kenworth W900 at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.