How many recalls does the 2012 Kenworth W9 Series have?

The 2012 Kenworth W9 Series has 1 NHTSA safety recall campaign on record.

How do I check if my 2012 Kenworth W9 Series has an open recall?

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2012 Kenworth W9 Series Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2012 Kenworth W9 Series has 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 802 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 13V322000 2013-07-23 802 affected

Defect

PACCAR Inc. is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Kenworth T4 and W9 series vehicles manufactured November 13, 2009, through August 26, 2011. The alternator wiring may come in contact with the exhaust manifold.

Consequence

If the alternator wiring comes in contact with the exhaust manifold, the wiring may melt and lead to a vehicle fire.

Remedy

PACCAR will notify owners and dealers will re-route the alternator wiring, free of charge. The recall began during August 2013. Owners may contact PACCAR at 1-425-468-7400. Kenworth's recall number is 13KWJ.

Sources & methodology

Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2012 Kenworth W9 Series as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.