2023 Kenworth K370: common problems
The maker issued 14 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 14
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Fuel/propulsion system. Fuel smell, leaks, rough running, fuel-system codes.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- One additional chassis has been added to the chassis list
- The bulletin has been updated to include vehicles equipped with 141 kWh batteries
- "Kenworth
Dealers should check the chassis list and SIR weekly for VIN changes. 2 chassis added to the chassis list. Peterbilt: Dealers should check the chassis list and SIR weekly for VIN changes. 10 chassis added to the…
- Additional US chassis have been added, along with additional Canadian chassis under identical safety…
- Sheppard Recall Order Process Update - The Parts section has been updated with revised steps for opening a…
Sheppard Recall Order Process Update - The Parts section has been updated with revised steps for opening a TCS365 Order Support – Order Inquiry case.
- Certain Model 220, K270, and K370 BEV chassis are broadcasting incorrect VINs to PACCAR Solutions
- Software updates are available for certain Peterbilt Model 220 BEVs that experience battery pack cell…
- A photo of the two ring terminals and a caution statement have been added to the Dana Cradle Harness…
A photo of the two ring terminals and a caution statement have been added to the Dana Cradle Harness Removal and Installation Procedure. Safety Recall Parts and procedures are now available. Interim flagging has been…
- Certain vehicle model years 2020-2025 K270, K370, T270, T280, T370, T380, T480, T680, T880, W900 chassis…
Certain vehicle model years 2020-2025 K270, K370, T270, T280, T370, T380, T480, T680, T880, W900 chassis have updated Greenhouse Gas (GHG) labels available for installation.
- "Safety Recall 25KWD
K270E/K370E Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) Dana Cradle Harness Connector Safety Recall Parts and procedures are now available. Interim SIR bulletin flagging in the PACCAR Registration and Warranty System has now been…
- Info Only Dealers/body builders installing liftgates onto K270E/K370E BEV trucks must use 24-volt liftgate…
Info Only Dealers/body builders installing liftgates onto K270E/K370E BEV trucks must use 24-volt liftgate systems. 12-volt liftgate systems are not compatible with vehicle electrical systems.
- On certain Kenworth K270/K370 chassis equipped with Dana SPL100 drivelines, the driveline tube seam weld…
On certain Kenworth K270/K370 chassis equipped with Dana SPL100 drivelines, the driveline tube seam weld may separate or tear under certain stress loads, resulting in driveline separation and sudden loss of drive…
NHTSA lists 14 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Kenworth K370?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 14 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2023 Kenworth K370?
NHTSA lists 14 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2023 Kenworth K370 from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2023 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.