Solution of the Particle Data Group
more than two decades ago:

 Remove the ρ(1270) from the meson listings. 


Evidence for ρ(1270) is listed under ρ(1450)

  Eidelman and Hernández (in PDG 2004):

"Several observations on the ρ system
in the 1200-MeV region
may be interpreted differently.

We argue that no special entry for a ρ(1250) is needed.

The LASS amplitude analysis showing evidence for ρ(1270)
is preliminary (although dated 1990) and needs confirmation.

For completeness,
the relevant observations are listed under the ρ(1450)."