Kenworth T270

This model has recorded recalls in US, CA but none on file for AU — that may mean it wasn't sold there, or simply hasn't had a recall.

United States

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    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCHUS

    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.

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    SEAT BELTSUS

    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.

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    SEAT BELTSUS

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

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    PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL:AIRUS

    Brake drag may result in a wheel end fire.

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    FUEL SYSTEM, DIESELUS

    If the engine stalls unexpectedly there is an increased risk of a crash.

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    EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTSUS

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

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    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICALUS

    Overheating of the battery separator can result in smoke and possible fire.

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    STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLYUS

    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.

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    SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGSUS

    Air lines which leak can cause reduced brake function, which may result in a crash.

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    TIRESUS

    A partial tread separation may increase the risk of a crash.

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    SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:CHECK VALVEUS

    UNEXPECTED CONTINUOUS BRAKE APPLICATION CAN CAUSE THE BRAKES TO OVERHEAT AND LEAD TO A FIRE. UNEXPECTED CONTINUOUS BRAKE APPLICATION CAN CAUSE THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. ALSO, THE BRAKES MAY BE APPLIED WITHOUT ILLUMINATING THE BRAKE LIGHTS, FAILING TO GIVE PROPER WARNING TO OTHER DRIVERS.

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    WHEELS:HUBUS

    Front wheel bearing failure can lead to front wheel separation, increasing the risk of a crash.

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    VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTORUS

    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.

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    POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLYUS

    Unintended movement of a vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.

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    STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERSUS

    Fastener failure can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

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    SERVICE BRAKES, AIRUS

    ALTHOUGH THE OPERATOR IS WARNED OF LOW AIR PRESSURE BY AUDIBLE AND VISUAL LOW AIR PRESSURE WARNING ALARMS, A VEHICLE CRASH OR FIRE IS POSSIBLE IF THESE WARNINGS ARE NOT HEEDED.

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    FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAILUS

    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

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    POWER TRAIN:AXLE HUBSUS

    Bearing failure can cause wheel separation, increasing the risk of crash.

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    SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SLACK ADJUSTERSUS

    IF THE SLACK ADJUSTER HOUSING WERE TO FRACTURE, THE WHEEL BRAKE TO WHICH THE SLACK ADJUSTER HOUSING IS ATTACHED WOULD NO LONGER FUNCTION, WHICH COULD INCREASE VEHICLE STOPPING DISTANCES, AND IF MOUNTED ON THE STEER AXLE, COULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO PULL TO ONE SIDE DURING BRAKING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

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    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRINGUS

    The operator may be unaware of a system malfunction or the presence of excessive methane levels, increasing the risk of injury or fire.

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    SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:CONTROLS:FOOT CONTROL/VALVEUS

    A separated hose may cause reduced braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.

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    FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGSUS

    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

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    POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLYUS

    AN OVER-TORQUE OF THE SPINDLE NUT MAY CAUSE THE BEARING TO SEIZE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN THE OVERHEATING OF THE WHEEL END. AS A RESULT, A WHEEL END FIRE MAY OCCUR.

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    ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)US

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

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    STEERINGUS

    A fractured steering gear can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

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    FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGSUS

    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

Canada

Australia

No recorded recalls for this model in Australia.