2020 KENWORTH T270 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2020 KENWORTH T270 has 0 complaints and 7 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to safety-critical components such as steering fasteners, brake controls, electrical wiring, fuel system leaks, and electronic stability control alerts. These recalls involve repairs to prevent risks of steering loss, reduced braking ability, electrical malfunctions, fuel leaks, and malfunctioning ABS warning lights.
Seven recalls address various components impacting steering, braking, electrical, fuel, and stability control systems. These recalls affect thousands of vehicles and involve component replacements or software updates to correct the defects.
Recalls- Steering fasteners. Recall 22V277000 affects 17,641 vehicles. The Dana D-Series axle steer arm fasteners may fail, risking loss of steering control and potential crashes. Dealers will replace and torque the fasteners at no cost.
- Brake treadle valves. Recall 19V606000 involves 139 vehicles. Loose compression fittings on brake valves can cause the air supply hose to separate, reducing braking ability. Dealers will inspect and tighten hose connections free of charge.
- Electrical wiring. Recall 21V00N000 covers 1,107 vehicles. Methane detection systems may lose power causing failure of the warning alarm, increasing injury or fire risk. Dealers will re-wire the warning alarm at no cost.
- Fuel rail assembly. Recall 21V391000 affects 612 vehicles. Improperly seated sealing washers may cause high pressure fuel rail leaks, raising fire risks. Dealers will inspect and replace fuel rails as necessary free of charge.
- Electronic stability control software. Recalls 20V199000 and 20V199000 cover 460,515 vehicles. NAMUX software may fail to illuminate ABS warning light after power loss, increasing crash risk if ABS is nonfunctional. Dealers will update the software free of charge.
Owners dealing with repeated repairs, safety defects, or unresolved recall issues related to steering, braking, or stability control systems may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Consulting legal resources could help address ongoing concerns.
2020 KENWORTH T270 Summary
2020
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
5
Total Recalls
480014
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2020 KENWORTH T270
17641 vehicles affected
STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Kenworth T270, T370, T440, T470, T660, T680, T880, T800, W900, W990; and 2018-2020 Peterbilt 330, 337, 348, 365, 367, 389, 520, 567, and 579 vehicles. The Dana D-Series axle steer arm fasteners that attach the steering arm to the steering knuckle may fail.
Risk: Fastener failure can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
2020 KENWORTH T270
612 vehicles affected
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Peterbilt 337, 348, 365, 367, 520, 567, Kenworth T270, T370, T440, T470, T800 and T880 vehicles. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot bore holes, allowing the high pressure fuel rail assembly to leak.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
2020 KENWORTH T270
1107 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Peterbilt 567, 579, 2021-2022 Peterbilt 536, 2017-2021 Kenworth T880, 2016-2022 Kenworth T680, 2018-2020 Kenworth T440, 2020 Kenworth T270, and 2021 Kenworth T280 vehicles. The methane detection system will not function if the system loses power.
Risk: The operator may be unaware of a system malfunction or the presence of excessive methane levels, increasing the risk of injury or fire.
2020 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.
2020 KENWORTH T270
139 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:CONTROLS:FOOT CONTROL/VALVE
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2020 Kenworth T270 and T370 vehicles. The brake treadle valves may have loose compression fittings, which can cause the air supply hose to separate from the valve.
Risk: A separated hose may cause reduced braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Complaints
No complaints found.