AI Damage2016 Kenworth T680: common problems
The maker issued 43 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 43
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 13 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Vehicle speed control | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Visibility | 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.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Fuel system. Fuel smell, leaks, rough running, fuel-system codes.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- "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…
- The campaign expiration date has been changed to 03/01/2027
- Troubleshooting procedures for 2.1m cab power windows are now available
- CARB Chassis Update - Chassis list updated with 5 KW and 31 PB additional chassis
- Certain C500/T440/T470/T660/T680/T800/T880/W900 chassis may have air tank reservoirs that do not meet air…
Certain C500/T440/T470/T660/T680/T800/T880/W900 chassis may have air tank reservoirs that do not meet air volume requirements per FMVSS/CMVSS 121 âÂÂAir Brake SystemsâÂÂ. This bulletin will be updated when repair…
- E304
PACCAR MX-11 and MX-13 EMY2016 NOx and N2O Exceedance Emissions Recall Certain vehicles with PACCAR MX-11 and MX-13 EMY2016 engines with less than 300,000 miles (482,803 km) have been shown, in testing, to exceed…
- Certain chassis with Engine Model Year 2016-2021 PACCAR MX-11/MX-13, or EPA13 and EPA21 Cummins…
Certain chassis with Engine Model Year 2016-2021 PACCAR MX-11/MX-13, or EPA13 and EPA21 Cummins ISX12/ISX15/X15 engines that had a previously failed DEF sensor and with DEF sensor software disabled due to industry DEF…
- E279
PACCAR MX-13/MX-11 Engine MY17 Software Incorrectly Sets DTC P1092 PACCAR MX-13/MX-11 Engine MY17 Software Incorrectly Sets DTC P1092 Emission Recall - PACCAR MX-13/MX-11 MY2017 software incorrectly sets DTC P1092…
- Certain Model Year 2021-2024 chassis with PACCAR MX engines and optional fuel filter restriction virtual…
Certain Model Year 2021-2024 chassis with PACCAR MX engines and optional fuel filter restriction virtual gauge may display incorrect restriction levels. The virtual gauge will be temporarily disabled until a revised…
- Kenworth is providing guidance for PACCAR MX Engine Composite Oil Pan leak troubleshooting to avoid…
Kenworth is providing guidance for PACCAR MX Engine Composite Oil Pan leak troubleshooting to avoid over-repairs and to provide warrantable repair guidance. Oil leaks, if not repaired, can lead to severe engine damage.
- Fix-As-Fail â Due to undersupply issues, only a limited supply of Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) sensors are…
Fix-As-Fail â Due to undersupply issues, only a limited supply of Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) sensors are available. As a temporary solution, after PACCAR confirms a DEF sensor is not available, a temporary software…
- Information Only â C hassis equipped with MY2021 B EPA emission s standards will be shipped through…
Information Only â C hassis equipped with MY2021 B EPA emission s standards will be shipped through atleast the end of the 2021 calendar year without particulate matter (PM) sensors installed .
NHTSA lists 43 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
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Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Kenworth T680?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 43 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2016 Kenworth T680?
NHTSA lists 43 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 2016 Kenworth T680 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 2016 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.