Caterpillar, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #02E058000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 02E058000 by Caterpillar, Inc.. Includes 2,636 affected units, CATERPILLAR/ENGINE PUMPS, component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Model no.: 3126e hydraulically controlled electronically actuated unit injected diesel eingines with high efficiency pumps (hep8) produced by caterpillar between june and september 2002 for use on medium duty on-highway engines. the pump components may experience a high pressure seal failure which can result in a short period of rough running and subsequent engine stall due to a loss of injection actuation pressure.

Corrective Action

Owner notification began december 23, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact caterpillar at 1-800-447-4986.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 02E058000

Manufacturer: Caterpillar, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2002-11-15T00:00:00

Subject: Caterpillar/engine pumps

Component: Fuel System, Gasoline

Potentially Affected Units: 2,636

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: Model no.: 3126e hydraulically controlled electronically actuated unit injected diesel eingines with high efficiency pumps (hep8) produced by caterpillar between june and september 2002 for use on medium duty on-highway engines. the pump components may experience a high pressure seal failure which can result in a short period of rough running and subsequent engine stall due to a loss of injection actuation pressure.

Consequence Summary: Once engine stall occurs the engine cannot be restarted, which may result in a situation where a vehicle crash could occur.

Corrective Action: Owner notification began december 23, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact caterpillar at 1-800-447-4986.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 02E058000

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