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Model year

2018 Kenworth T270

Body and fuel not decoded. Owner complaints on file from no date to no date.

Recalls (5)Complaints (0)Investigations (0)Bulletins (25)
Recall campaigns covering this model year5504k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints0Not enough peers on file
Severity indexNoneCrash, fire, injury or death per 100
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2018 Kenworth T270 by year filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

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Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

Complaints by component

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

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Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls

5 recall campaigns cover the 2018 Kenworth T270

Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.

Recall campaigns for the 2018 Kenworth T270
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
22V-277Apr 25, 2022Dana D-Series axle steer arm fasteners that attach the steering arm to the steering knuckle may failSteering17,641Part replacement
21V-391May 26, 2021Sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot bore holes, allowing the high pressure fuel rail assembly to leakFuel system612Part replacement
20V-199Apr 6, 2020In 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…Stability and traction control460,515Software update
18V-931Dec 21, 2018Internal component in the clutch assembly may fail, possibly resulting in unintended vehicle movementPowertrain25,556Not stated
18V-308May 11, 2018Outer spindle nut of the front wheel hub assembly may have been incorrectly installed possibly causing bearing failureSuspension14Repair or modification
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
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Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2018 Kenworth T270

The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.

0 complaints on file.

    Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
    Investigations

    NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year

    Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
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    Service bulletins

    25 manufacturer communications cover this model year

    Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.

    • P001 Sep 11, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      "Kenworth: Dealers should check the chassis list and SIR weekly for VIN changes. 2 chassis added to the chassis list. Peterbilt: Dealers should check the chassis list and SIR weekly for VIN changes. 10 chassis added to the chassis list."
    • 14-034 Apr 16, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Bogie Crossmember Torque Value Update - Procedure has been updated to correct torque values.
    • 45-064 Oct 18, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Info Only - PACCAR is introducing Over-the-Air (OTA) software updates for engine MY17 and newer chassis equipped with Cummins X15, X12, ISX12, ISX12N, L9N, PX-7, and PX-9 engines The technology will leverage the existing Remote Diagnostic cs hardware to del…
    • 22KWB May 10, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Safety Recall â“ Interim Notification - The Dana D-Series front axle steer arm fasteners that attach the steer arm to the steering knuckle may fail, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Repair information will be added when a repair procedure and parts…
    • 51-013 Feb 4, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Due to major data carriers phasing out 3G networks, chassis currently utilizing first generation Peoplenet Mobile Gateway (PMG001) will experience severe 3G service degradation as early as January of 2022. Chassis currently utilizing 3G antennas as a prim…
    • 43-071 Sep 21, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Fix-As-Fail – Due to undersupply issues, only a limited supply of Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) sensors are available. As a temporary solution, after PACCAR confirms a DEF sensor is not available, a temporary software update will allow a vehicle to continue op…
    • 21KWC Jun 22, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Safety Recall – Cummins Fuel Rail Leak – NHTSA ID: 21V391 / TC: 2021-323, Cummins Recall: C2423. Cummins PX9 and ISX12 fuel rails may leak around a sealing washer, potentially resulting in fuel leaks. Undetected prolonged diesel fuel spray in the presence o…
    • 02-160 Feb 10, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Information Only – Windshield washer pumps have a high No Trouble Found rate. Washer pumps may fail to spray due to a clogged filter.
    • 26-037 Dec 18, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Fix-As-Fail - Prior versions of Eaton Endurant transmission software may be prone to setting Linear Clutch Actuator (LCA) fault codes leading to possible LCA hardware replacement.
    • 32-014 Oct 12, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Fix-As-Fail – The Battery Management System (BMS) may report the incorrect battery condition. Additional diagnostics are available to correctly determine and repair the root cause of the issue.
    • 13-054 Jul 29, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Fix-As-Fail - Bendix New-Gen Lightweight Steer Axle Drum Brake Spider Cracking
    • 32-015 Jun 8, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Information Only: This bulletin provides dealers with a battery warranty quick reference guide to ensure the appropriate tests for battery warranty are performed in order to prevent battery warranty claims filed with incorrect or incomplete information.
    • 43-066 Mar 27, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      DEF tank covers may become loose and potentially crack on vehicles built before October 2019 with DEF tank part number M86-6221-003**(TANK-DEF MEDIUM ASSY) and M86-6222-003**(TANK-DEF LARGE, ASSY). Resolution is to resolve the vibration on the tank cover b…
    • 34-085 Mar 3, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Information Only – Vehicles may have the connector seals on the wheel speed sensor incorrectly installed, which may lead to water intrusion and corrosion in some vehicles.
    • 32-016 Mar 17, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Information Only: Proper jump-starting voltage will eliminate high voltage related issues and equipment damage.
    • 03-072 Feb 20, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Fix-As-Fail: The cruise control may be inoperative after installing CECU software version P30-1030-118 if the vehicle was manufactured without an air pressure sensor. Until the software is revised to address this issue, a pressure sensor must be installed
    • 03-071 Dec 18, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Information Only - Vehicles built with NAMUX software from 2013 to present may experience accuracy issues with the tachometer. The issue can be temporarily resolved using any one of the included procedures.
    • 01-075 Nov 6, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Information Only: This bulletin provides guidance for repairing an air-conditioning system after internal failure of the A/C compressor.
    • TIB13-050 Sep 27, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Information Only T170, T270, and T370 with hydraulic ABS brakes require a programming harness. The harness is now a required or recommended tool.
    • TIB43-062 Sep 27, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Information Only â“ This bulletin provides information about the California Air Resources Board (CARB) Periodic Smoke Inspection Program (PSIP) and Heavy Duty Vehicle Inspection Program (HDVIP).
    • 23-003 Jul 22, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Fix as Fail: Vehicles with Eaton Ultrashift Plus or Fuller Advantage Automated transmissions may display fault codes and/or have clutch release problems due to broken clutch levers. Resolution is to replace the clutch.
    • 43-056 Jun 14, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Non-Safety Campaign- Incorrect GHG emissions identifier label for the tire classification listed on printed label.
    • 43-054 Jun 14, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Non-Safety Campaign ? T170/T270/T370 DPF/SCR Canister Bracket Bolts may be under-torqued.
    • 43-056 Jun 14, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Non-Safety Campaign- Incorrect GHG emissions identifier label for the tire classification listed on printed label.
    • 43-054 Jun 14, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Non-Safety Campaign ? T170/T270/T370 DPF/SCR Canister Bracket Bolts may be under-torqued.
    Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.
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