- Year: 1998
- Make: Kenworth
- Model: T800
- Trims Available: 0
- Made In: UNITED STATES
- Body & Doors: CONVENTIONAL CAB
- Engine: 12.7L L6 DIESEL
- Transmission: Not on File
- Driveline: 6X4
- Seating: Not on File
- MSRP: $Not on File
- MPG: Not on File
- Tires: Not on File
- Tank Size: Not on File
1998 Kenworth T800 Review
Vehicle Overview
1998 Kenworth T800 has an enjoyable CONVENTIONAL CAB body style. It is manufactured in United States. The car has 0 variation available for its customers. The engine type is 12.7L L6 DIESEL. The wheel of the vehicle's axle are 6X4 driveline. 1998 Kenworth T800 has had 8 recalls in the past 26 years.
Popular VINs
- 1NKDL29X2WJ749047
- 1XKDDR9X1WR760490
Popular VINs
- 1XKDDR9X1WR760490
- 1NKDL29X2WJ749047
Vehicle Specifications
year:
1998
Make:
Kenworth
Model:
T800
Trim Level:
-
Manufactured In:
UNITED STATES
Production Seq. Number:
760490
Body Style:
CONVENTIONAL CAB
Engine Type:
12.7L L6 DIESEL
Transmission-short:
Not on File
Transmission-long:
Not on File
Driveline:
6X4
Tank:
Not on File
Fuel Economy-city:
Not on File
Fuel Economy-highway:
Not on File
Anti-Brake System:
Not on File
Steering Type:
Not on File
Front Brake Type:
Not on File
Rear Brake Type:
Not on File
Turning Diameter:
Not on File
Front Suspension:
Not on File
Rear Suspension:
Not on File
Front Spring Type:
Not on File
Rear Spring Type:
Not on File
Tires:
Not on File
Front Headroom:
Not on File
Rear Headroom:
Not on File
Front Legroom:
Not on File
Rear Legroom:
Not on File
Front Shoulder Room:
Not on File
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not on File
Front Hip Room:
Not on File
Rear Hip Room:
Not on File
Interior Trim:
Not on File
Exterior Color:
Not on File
Curb Weight-automatic:
Not on File
Curb Weight-manual:
Not on File
Overall Length:
Not on File
Overall Width:
Not on File
Overall Height:
Not on File
Wheelbase:
Not on File
Ground Clearance:
Not on File
Track Front:
Not on File
Track Rear:
Not on File
Cargo Length:
Not on File
Width at Wheelwell:
Not on File
Width at Wall:
Not on File
Depth:
Not on File
Standard Seating:
Not on File
Optional Seating:
Not on File
Passenger Volume:
Not on File
Cargo Volume:
Not on File
Standard Towing:
Not on File
Maximum Towing:
Not on File
Standard Payload:
Not on File
Maximum Payload:
Not on File
Standard GVWR:
Not on File
Maximum GVWR:
Not on File
Basic-duration:
Not on File
Basic-distance:
Not on File
Powertrain-duration:
Not on File
Powertrain-distance:
Not on File
Rust-duration:
Not on File
Rust-distance:
Not on File
MSRP:
Not on File
Dealer Invoice:
Not on File
Destination Charge:
Not on File
Child Safety Door Locks:
Not on File
Locking Pickup Truck Tailgate:
Not on File
Power Door Locks:
Not on File
Vehicle Anti-Theft:
Not on File
4WD/AWD:
Not on File
ABS Brakes:
Not on File
Automatic Load-Leveling:
Not on File
Electronic Brake Assistance:
Not on File
Limited Slip Differential:
Not on File
Locking Differential:
Not on File
Traction Control:
Not on File
Vehicle Stability Control System:
Not on File
Driver Airbag:
Not on File
Front Side Airbag:
Not on File
Front Side Airbag with Head Protection:
Not on File
Passenger Airbag:
Not on File
Side Head Curtain Airbag:
Not on File
Second Row Side Airbag:
Not on File
Second Row Side Airbag with Head Protection:
Not on File
Electronic Parking Aid:
Not on File
First Aid Kit:
Not on File
Trunk Anti-Trap Device:
Not on File
Keyless Entry:
Not on File
Remote Ignition:
Not on File
Air Conditioning:
Not on File
Separate Driver/Front Passenger Climate Controls:
Not on File
Cruise Control:
Not on File
Tachometer:
Not on File
Tilt Steering:
Not on File
Tilt Steering Column:
Not on File
Heated Steering Wheel:
Not on File
Leather Steering Wheel:
Not on File
Steering Wheel Mounted Controls:
Not on File
Telescopic Steering Column:
Not on File
Adjustable Foot Pedals:
Not on File
Genuine Wood Trim:
Not on File
Tire Pressure Monitor:
Not on File
Trip Computer:
Not on File
AM/FM Radio:
Not on File
Cassette Player:
Not on File
CD Player:
Not on File
CD Changer:
Not on File
DVD Player:
Not on File
Voice Activated Telephone:
Not on File
Navigation Aid:
Not on File
Second Row Sound Controls:
Not on File
Subwoofer:
Not on File
Telematics System:
Not on File
Driver Multi-Adjustable Power Seat:
Not on File
Front Cooled Seat:
Not on File
Front Heated Seat:
Not on File
Front Power Lumbar Support:
Not on File
Front Power Memory Seat:
Not on File
Front Split Bench Seat:
Not on File
Leather Seat:
Not on File
Passenger Multi-Adjustable Power Seat:
Not on File
Second Row Folding Seat:
Not on File
Second Row Heated Seat:
Not on File
Second Row Multi-Adjustable Power Seat:
Not on File
Second Row Removable Seat:
Not on File
Third Row Removable Seat:
Not on File
Cargo Area Cover:
Not on File
Cargo Area Tiedowns:
Not on File
Cargo Net:
Not on File
Load Bearing Exterior Rack:
Not on File
Pickup Truck Bed Liner:
Not on File
Power Sunroof:
Not on File
Removable Top:
Not on File
Manual Sunroof:
Not on File
Automatic Headlights:
Not on File
Daytime Running Lights:
Not on File
Fog Lights:
Not on File
High Intensity Discharge Headlights:
Not on File
Pickup Truck Cargo Box Light:
Not on File
Running Boards:
Not on File
Front Air Dam:
Not on File
Rear Spoiler:
Not on File
Skid Plate:
Not on File
Splash Guards:
Not on File
Wind Deflector for Convertibles:
Not on File
Power Sliding Side Van Door:
Not on File
Power Trunk Lid:
Not on File
Alloy Wheels:
Not on File
Chrome Wheels:
Not on File
Full Size Spare Tire:
Not on File
Run Flat Tires:
Not on File
Steel Wheels:
Not on File
Power Windows:
Not on File
Electrochromic Exterior Rearview Mirror:
Not on File
Glass Rear Window on Convertible:
Not on File
Heated Exterior Mirror:
Not on File
Electrochromic Interior Rearview Mirror:
Not on File
Power Adjustable Exterior Mirror:
Not on File
Deep Tinted Glass:
Not on File
Interval Wipers:
Not on File
Rain Sensing Wipers:
Not on File
Rear Window Defogger:
Not on File
Rear Wiper:
Not on File
Sliding Rear Pickup Truck Window:
Not on File
Tow Hitch Receiver:
Not on File
Towing Preparation Package:
Not on File
Engine Compressor Type:
Not on File
Engine Fuel Type:
Not on File
Tier Five - Vehicle Market Perception:
Not on File
Doors:
Not on File
Vehicle Style:
Not on File
Vehicle Type:
Not on File
Engine Cylinder:
Not on File
Engine Size:
Not on File
Vehicle Size:
Not on File
Horsepower:
Not on File
Trims Available:
Not on File
Drivetrain:
Not on File
Safety & Recalls
Recall 34986 started on 07/09/2003 by MFR effecting 18 units.
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Summary: ON CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CUMMINS ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULES ON THE C8.3G AND L10G ENGINES, THE ECM DOES NOT HAVE THE ABILITY TO DETECT A THROTTLE FAIL-SAFE ENGINE SHUTDOWN COMMAND. THIS COULD RESULT IN AN UNANTICIPATED, UNCOMMANDED OPEN THROTTLE CONDITION WITHOUT WARNING.
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Consequence: IF THIS EVENT OCCURS, THE VEHICLE OPERATOR WILL NOT HAVE CONTROL OF THE ENGINE SPEED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
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Remedy: CUMMINS WILL NOTIFY THE CUSTOMERS AND REPLACE THE ECM. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT CUMMINS AT 1-800-343-7357 OR KENWORTH AT 1-425-828-5440.
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Notes: CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall 52334 started on 04/01/2003 by ODI effecting 154 units.
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Summary: ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH TRUCK HUB UNITS MANUFACTURED BY SKF EXCLUSIVELY FOR USE ON ARVINMERITOR'S FF98X SERIES NON-DRIVE STEER AXLES, THE HUB UNIT BEARINGS CAN WEAR PREMATURELY.
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Consequence: SEIZURE OF THE BEARINGS CAN CAUSE WHEEL SEPARATION OR WHEEL END FIRE.
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Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE ALL FRONT AXLE HUBS. NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 16, 2003. THE MANUFACTURER HAS ADVISED US THAT PARTS WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE UNTIL SEPTEMBER 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITH A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT PETERBILT AT 940-591-4201 OR KENWORTH 425-828-5440.
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Notes: KENWORTH RECALL NO. 03KW2 AND PETERBILT RECALL NO. 303-A.CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall 57566 started on 03/31/2003 by MFR effecting 45 units.
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Summary: CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH MERITOR P 18X7 BRAKES WITH 36" BRAKE CHAMBERS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD (FMVSS) NO. 121, "AIR BRAKE SYSTEMS." THESE TRUCKS WERE MANUFACTURED WITH A COMBINED AIR RESERVOIR VOLUME LESS THAN 12 TIMES THE COMBINED VOLUME OF ALL SERVICE BRAKE CHAMBERS.
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Consequence: THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.
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Remedy: DEALERS WILL ADD AN ADDITIONAL TANK OR CHANGE ONE OF THE EXISTING AIR TANKS TO A LARGER SIZE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON MAY 5, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT KENWORTH AT 1-425-828-5440.
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Notes: KENWORTH RECALL NO. 03KW3. CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall 2587 started on 02/27/2002 by MFR effecting 116 units.
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Summary: ON CERTAIN HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH REPLACEMENT DANA SPICER TANDEM DRIVE AXLE MODELS DS463 AND DS521, INSTALLED ON VEHICLES FROM MAY 1, 2001 THROUGH FEBRUARY 1, 2002, AN UNDERSIZED ATTACHMENT WELD MAY FRACTURE WITHOUT WARNING.
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Consequence: THE LOSS OF THIS ATTACHMENT TO THE VEHICLE CHASSIS CAN ADVERSELY AFFECT VEHICLE HANDLING OR DRIVER CONTROL.
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Remedy: DANA IS CONDUCTING THE OWNER NOTIFICATION AND REMEDY FOR THIS CAMPAIGN. THE DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE SUSPECT BRACKET, INSPECT THE AXLE HOUSING, AND REWELD THE BRACKET TO THE AXLE HOUSING. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DANA AT 616-567-1088 OR KENWORTH AT 425-828-5440.
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Notes: CONSUMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236.
Recall 4861 started on 04/24/2001 by MFR effecting 14 units.
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Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH MERITOR FG941 STEER AXLES. THE GROSS AXLE WEIGHT RATING (GAWR) WAS DETERMINED INCORRECTLY AND OVER-STATED ON THE VEHICLE CERTIFICATION LABEL. WITH THE INCORRECT GAWR LISTED, THESE LABELS DO NOT MEET THE CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS OF PART 567, "REQUIREMENTS FOR MANUFACTURERS OF MOTOR VEHICLES." VEHICLES WILL BE REMEDIED EITHER BY ASSIGNING THE PROPER WEIGHT RATING OR, IF POSSIBLE, BY CHANGING THE NECESSARY COMPONENTS TO MEET THE CURRENTLY ASSIGNED WEIGHT RATING.
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Consequence: THESE VEHICLES WOULD NOT BE IN COMPLIANCE WITH FEDERAL REGULATIONS.
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Remedy: VEHICLES WILL BE REMEDIED EITHER BY ASSIGNING THE PROPER WEIGHT RATING OR, IF POSSIBLE, BY CHANGING THE NECESSARY COMPONENTS TO MEET THE CURRENTLY ASSIGNED WEIGHT RATING. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 22, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT KENWORTH AT 1-425-828-5000.
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Notes: ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall 5252 started on 02/20/2001 by MFR effecting 209 units.
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Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 54" REAR AXLE SPACING CONFIGURATION OF THE AIRGLIDE 200 SUSPENSION WITH THE SERVICE APPLICATION IDENTIFIED AS LOGGER, DUMP TRUCK, OR TANKER. THE REAR SUSPENSION IS REGULARLY SUBJECTED TO EXTREME ARTICULATION, RESULTING IN FLEXING OF THE JOINT.
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Consequence: FAILURE OF THE LOWER SWAY ARM ATTACHING BOLTS COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL.
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Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LOWER SWAY ARM BRACKETS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 27, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT KENWORTH AT 1-425-828-5000.
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Notes: ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall 11254 started on 07/09/1999 by MFR effecting 272 units.
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Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH CATERPILLAR ENGINES AND EATON AUTOSHIFT TRANSMISSIONS. THE ENGINES CAN STALL BECAUSE OF SOFTWARE PROBLEMS.
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Consequence: INCREASED STEERING EFFORT CAN OCCUR.
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Remedy: DEALERS WILL UPDATE THESE ENGINES WITH SOFTWARE CHANGES. CATERPILLAR IS CONDUCTING THE OWNER NOTIFICATION AND REMEDY OF THIS RECALL.
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Notes: OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING AUGUST 1999.OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT KENWORTH AT 1-206-828-5418 OR PETERBILT AT 1-940-591-4000.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall 13655 started on 06/11/1998 by MFR effecting 9,500 units.
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Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH CATERPILLAR 3406E ENGINES. THE ROUTING OF THE ELECTRICAL AND FUEL LINES CAN CAUSE CHAFFING OF THE WIRING HARNESS ON THE FUEL LINE.
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Consequence: THIS CHAFFING CAN CAUSE FUEL LEAKAGE AND A POTENTIAL FOR A FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
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Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT, ADJUST, AND REPAIR, IF NECESSARY, THE FUEL LINE AND ELECTRICAL HARNESS.
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Notes: OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JULY 1998.OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT KENWORTH AT 1-206-828-5418.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
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Recent 1998 Kenworth T800 VIN Searches
- 1NKDL29X2WJ749047
- 1XKDDR9X1WR760490