2014 Kenworth T270: recalls and complaints

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• 20V1990006 Apr 2020Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
• 15V2710008 May 2015Visibility / Windshield Wiper/Washer / Motor
• 14V01300024 Jan 2014Seat Belts
• 13V6120005 Dec 2013Exterior Lighting / Tail Lights
• 13V22200028 May 2013Electrical System / Ignition / Switch
• 13V0820006 Mar 2013Seat Belts

1. 20V199000Received 6 Apr 2020. 460,515 units.

   Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   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."

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If the driver unknowingly operates the vehicle without the ABS functioning, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will update the NAMUX software within the cab control module, free of charge. PACCAR issued owners an interim notification on June 4, 2020. The recall began May 26, 2020. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888 or Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 20pbc AND 20KWB.

   Report filed by PACCAR Incorporated. Manufacturer campaign number 20pbc AND 20KWB. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 26 May 2020.

2. 15V271000Received 8 May 2015. 104,807 units.

   Visibility / Windshield Wiper/Washer / Motor

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   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.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   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.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   PACCAR is still developing and testing a remedy. The recall is expected to begin in July 2015. An interim letter was sent to owners on July 2, 2015. The recall began on September 2, 1015. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000. PACCAR's number for this recall is 15KWF.

   Report filed by PACCAR Incorporated. Manufacturer campaign number 15KWF. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 2 Sep 2015.

3. 14V013000Received 24 Jan 2014. 10,414 units.

   Seat Belts

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2014 Kenworth T660, T680, T700,T800, T880, W900, T440, T470, T370, T270, T170, C500, and C550 chassis manufactured between August 7, 2013, and October 31, 2013, and Peterbilt 320, 325, 330, 337, 348, 365, 367, 382, 384, 386, 388, 389, and 587 chassis manufactured between August 7, 2013, and November 3, 2013, and equipped with IMMI-brand L9 seat belt buckles. When the button is pressed to release the seat belt, the latch plate can become partially engaged with the buckle, making the seat belt difficult to unlatch. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If the latch plate remains partially engaged after the button is pressed, egress from the vehicle could be hindered which would increase the risk of injury in the event of an emergency.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt buckles, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 31, 2014. Owners may contact PACCAR at 1-425-468-7400. Kenworth's number for this campaign is 14KWC. Peterbilt's number for this campaign is 114-B.

   Report filed by PACCAR Incorporated. Manufacturer campaign number 14KWC/PB114-B. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 31 Mar 2014.

4. 13V612000Received 5 Dec 2013. 5,087 units.

   Exterior Lighting / Tail Lights

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   PACCAR Incorporated (Paccar) is recalling certain model year 2014 Kenworth T170, T270, T370, T440, T470, T660, T680, T700, T800, T880, C500 and W900 trucks manufactured July 1, 2013 through September 17, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the plastic housing of the Stop/Tail/Turn (STT) lamp can shrink and allow the light bulb to fall out of the mounted retention ring. As such, the Stop/Tail/Turn light would not be illuminated, and the vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 108 "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If the stop/tail/turn light is not illuminated, the driver's intentions would not be communicated, which increases the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Kenworth will notify owners, and dealers will replace the defective STT lamps with new lamps. The recall began on February 4, 2014. Customers may contact Paccar at 1-425-468-7400. Kenworth's number for this recall is 13KWM.

   Report filed by PACCAR Incorporated. Manufacturer campaign number 13KWN. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 4 Feb 2014.

5. 13V222000Received 28 May 2013. 1,773 units.

   Electrical System / Ignition / Switch

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   PACCAR is recalling certain model year 2014 Kenworth T170, T270, T370, T470, T660, T680, T800, T880, and W900 trucks manufactured May 6, 2013, through May 17, 2013; and model year 2014 Peterbilt 330, 337, 348, 365, 367, 382, 384, 386, 388, 389, 389K, 567, 579 and 587 trucks manufactured May 1, 2013 through May 17, 2013. An internal defect in the ignition switch causes the starter to engage when a key is partially inserted, before the key is turned.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Unintended engine startup could cause injury to a person working in the engine compartment. Vehicles with standard transmissions may experience unexpected movement, which may result in personal injury or a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will replace affected ignition switches, free of charge. The recall began on June 14, 2013. Owners may contact Kenworth at 1-425-828-5000 or Peterbilt at 1-940-591-4000. Kenworth's recall campaign number is 13KWF. Peterbilt's recall campaign number is 0513-E.

   Report filed by PACCAR Incorporated. Manufacturer campaign number 13KWF, 0513-E. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 14 Jun 2013.

6. 13V082000Received 6 Mar 2013. 17 units.

   Seat Belts

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   PACCAR is recalling certain model year 2014 Kenworth T270 and T370 trucks, manufactured from January 31, 2013, through February 4, 2013. The left hand seat belt floor pan reinforcement bracket was not positioned correctly during assembly. This could result in the failure of the seat belt anchor mounting.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   In the event of a crash, the failure in the seat belt anchor may increase the risk of injury.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will remove, reposition, and reinstall the reinforcement bracket free of charge. The recall began on April 15, 2013. Owners may contact Kenworth at 1-425-828-5000.

   Report filed by PACCAR Incorporated. Manufacturer campaign number 13KWE. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 15 Apr 2013.

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2. 20084
3. 20093
4. 20103
5. 20114
6. 20124
7. 20135
8. 20146
9. 20154
10. 20163
11. 20172
12. 20185
13. 20195
14. 20204
15. 20212
16. 20222
17. 20231

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How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2014 Kenworth T270?

582,613 units in 6 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.

How many recall campaigns does the Kenworth T270 have for all model years?

NHTSA lists 27 recall campaigns for the Kenworth T270, model years 2007 to 2023. 6 of them name the 2014 model year.

Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2014 Kenworth T270 open?

The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.