Kenworth C.O.E. Recalls in Canada
The Kenworth C.O.E. has 36 recall campaigns on Transport Canada's federal record (all model years), led by not entered issues with 32 campaigns. Recall repairs are free at any Kenworth dealer — check your exact VIN below.
Source: Transport Canada Vehicle Recalls Database · Updated 2026-06-11
Most-affected systems
Most recent campaigns
1988-10-12Suspension: THE REAR SUSPENSION TOP TORQUE RODS ON THE CHALMERS 800 SERIES SUSPENSION WERE MANUFACTURED BY WELDING TWO ANGLED TUBES TOGETHER. THESE WELDS MAY FAIL DUE TO INADEQUATE PENETRATION
1988-10-12Suspension: THE REAR SUSPENSION TOP TORQUE RODS ON THE CHALMERS 800 SERIES SUSPENSION WERE MANUFACTURED BY WELDING TWO ANGLED TUBES TOGETHER. THESE WELDS MAY FAIL DUE TO INADEQUATE PENETRATION
1988-10-12Engine: THE CUMMINS MODEL 1988NT ENGINES ON THESE VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH POTENTIALLY DEFECTIVE OIL COOLER GASKETS. RUPTURE OF A GASKET COULD RESULT IN OIL BEING SPRAYED ONTO HOT EXHA
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FAQ
How many recalls does the Kenworth C.O.E. have in Canada?
36 recall campaigns are on Transport Canada's federal Vehicle Recalls Database for the Kenworth C.O.E. (all model years since 1975, tires and child seats excluded). The most-affected system is not entered with 32 campaigns.
How do I check if a specific Kenworth C.O.E. has an open recall in Canada?
Recall campaigns apply to specific VIN ranges. Decode the VIN free at CarWhere to confirm the exact year and build, then check the VIN in Transport Canada's motor vehicle safety recall tool or with any Kenworth dealer — recall repairs are free.
Are Canadian and US recalls the same?
Often parallel but not identical — Canadian campaigns are issued through Transport Canada, US campaigns through NHTSA, and timing or scope can differ. For a vehicle imported from the USA, check both records; the CarWhere $9.99 Full VIN Report covers the US federal record (recalls, complaints, service bulletins) for any US-market VIN.