repaired · 2022 Q1
Electronic stability control (ESC)
Risk. If the driver unknowingly operates the vehicle without the ABS functioning, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
2015 Kenworth T270Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2015 Kenworth T270, most often about the rollover. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 20V-199 the manufacturer reports only 27% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through February 23, 2022. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2015 Kenworth T270 has problems
1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.
1Rollover1 crash/fire/injury
1Seat belts1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Rollover | 1 | 1 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2015 Kenworth T270 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2016 Q4
Windshield wiper/washer: 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.
repaired · 2016 Q3
no report yet
Fuel system, diesel
Risk. If the engine stalls unexpectedly there is an increased risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Kenworth.
Best & worst years
2015 vs. every other T270 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the T270 median. How we score
'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What T270 owners report
Recent rollover complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I am analyzing a rollover event with the subject Kenworth T270 configured as a tanker truck. The driver's safety belt was configured with an "IMMI Comfort Latch" shoulder belt tension reliever. It appears that this system is in violation of FMVSS 208 sections S7.4.2 and S7.4.5 due to the fact that…
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