Kenworth Conventional Recalls in Canada
The Kenworth Conventional has 30 recall campaigns on Transport Canada's federal record (all model years), led by not entered issues with 22 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
1993-01-20Steering: A DEFECT IN THE THREADS OF A U-BOLT MAY CAUSE IMPROPER CLAMP LOADING AND PREMATURE FRONT STEER AXLE SPRING FAILURE. THIS COULD POSSIBLY HAVE AND ADVERSE EFFECT ON STEERING CONTRO
1992-06-02Brakes: THE MGM SPRING BRAKE CHAMBER HOUSINGS ON THESE VEHICLES CAN DEVELOP A CRACK RESULTING IN LOSS OF AIR PRESSURE AND APPLICATION OF THE SPRING BRAKES. THIS COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF V
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
Checking a specific Kenworth Conventional?
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FAQ
How many recalls does the Kenworth Conventional have in Canada?
30 recall campaigns are on Transport Canada's federal Vehicle Recalls Database for the Kenworth Conventional (all model years since 1975, tires and child seats excluded). The most-affected system is not entered with 22 campaigns.
How do I check if a specific Kenworth Conventional 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.