2016 KENWORTH T270 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2016 KENWORTH T270 has 0 complaints and 5 recalls filed with NHTSA. There are no reported owner issues or complaints available for this model.
The recalls address defects related to brake system software, windshield wiper motors, and steering components. These issues affect various safety-critical systems including the antilock brake system, electronic stability control, visibility through faulty wiper operation, and steering linkage integrity.
Recalls- Electronic Stability Control Software. NHTSA recall 20V199000 affects 460,515 vehicles including the 2016 T270. PACCAR found that if the ABS loses battery or ignition power, the ABS warning light may not turn on, failing to alert the driver. This increases crash risk if the ABS is unknowingly disabled. Dealers will update the NAMUX software free of charge. The recall started May 26, 2020.
- ABS Warning Light Failure. Covered under recall 20V199000 for 460,515 vehicles with NAMUX Software. The ABS warning light may fail to illuminate if power is lost, violating FMVSS 121 and 136. Untimely detection of ABS loss raises crash risk. Dealers will update software at no cost.
- Wiper Motor Water Intrusion. Recall 15V271000 involves 104,807 trucks from model years 2011 to 2016. Water may enter the wiper motor causing intermittent setting failure and corrosion, which can result in electrical shorts or fire. PACCAR is developing a remedy and recall began September 2, 2015.
- Steering Tie Rod Assembly. Recall 17V593000 affects 17,737 trucks including the 2016 T270 equipped with certain Spicer D or E steer axles. The castellated nut may not be properly torqued allowing tie rod loosening. This can lead to complete steering loss and crash risk. Dealers will inspect and tighten or replace parts as needed. Recall began November 13, 2017.
- Steering System Integrity. Also part of recall 17V593000, covering the loose tie rod issue causing potential steering disconnection. Dealers are responsible for inspection and repair free of charge. This recall addresses a critical safety risk of steering failure.
Owners with repeated repairs or unresolved recall issues related to safety defects such as steering failure or brake system faults may have rights under their state lemon laws. Consulting legal resources specializing in consumer protection for commercial vehicles could provide guidance on potential remedies.
2016 KENWORTH T270 Summary
2016
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
3
Total Recalls
583059
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2016 KENWORTH T270
460515 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2008-2019 Peterbilt 330, 335, 337, 340, 348, 365, 367, 384, 386, 387, 388, 389, 567, 579 and 587 vehicles and 2008-2020 Kenworth T170, T270, T370, T660, T680, T800, T880, and W900 vehicles equipped with NAMUX Software. In the event that the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) loses battery and/or ignition power to the controller, the dash warning light for the ABS may not illuminate to warn the driver of the loss of ABS. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems," and 136, "Electronic Stability Control System on Heavy Vehicles."
Risk: If the driver unknowingly operates the vehicle without the ABS functioning, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
2016 KENWORTH T270
17737 vehicles affected
STEERING
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2016 Peterbilt 220, 320, 325, 330, 337, 348, 365, 367, 382, 384, 386, 389, 389G, 567, 579 and 587 trucks and Kenworth K170, T170, T270, T370, T440, T470,T660, T680, T800, T880, and W900 trucks equipped with certain Spicer D or E series steer axles. The castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.
Risk: If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.
2016 KENWORTH T270
104807 vehicles affected
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Kenworth T270, T370, T440, T470, C500, C540, C550, T660, T800, W900, and 963 trucks manufactured November 1, 2010, to April 6, 2015. In the affected trucks, water may leak into the wiper motor.
Risk: As water leaks in, the wiper may cease to function on the 'intermittent' setting, reducing the driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, the water may cause corrosion which, over time, may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Complaints
No complaints found.