Kenworth T280 Recalls in Canada

The Kenworth T280 has 23 recall campaigns on Transport Canada's federal record (all model years), led by lights and instruments issues with 7 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

Lights And Instruments · 7Fuel System · 5Powertrain · 4

Most recent campaigns

2025-06-26Lights And Instruments: Issue: On certain trucks, a software problem could cause the stop lamps, low beam headlamps, high beam headlamps, reverse lamps and turn signal lamps not to turn on, or to turn o

2025-06-26Lights And Instruments: Issue: On certain trucks, a software problem could cause the stop lamps, low beam headlamps, high beam headlamps, reverse lamps and turn signal lamps not to turn on, or to turn o

2025-01-29Lights And Instruments: Issue: On certain trucks, the exterior light switch could fail. If this happens, the hazard lights and the backlight for the instrument cluster display may not work. As a result,

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FAQ

How many recalls does the Kenworth T280 have in Canada?

23 recall campaigns are on Transport Canada's federal Vehicle Recalls Database for the Kenworth T280 (all model years since 1975, tires and child seats excluded). The most-affected system is lights and instruments with 7 campaigns.

How do I check if a specific Kenworth T280 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.