Detroit Diesel Corp. | NHTSA Recall #03E040000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 03E040000 by Detroit Diesel Corp.. Includes 52,830 affected units, DETROIT DIESEL/SERIES 60 FUEL LINES, component: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain freightliner fld, century, columbia, and argosy truck equipped with series 60 engines, a pressurized fuel line on the left rear side of the engine connected to the rear of the cylinderhead can rub against the cylinder block, potentially resulting in a diesel fuel leak.

Corrective Action

Detroit diesel will replace the fuel lines, and re-route them away from the cylinder block or other potential rub points. owner notification began june 30, 2003. 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 detroit diesel at 313-592-3708.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 03E040000
Manufacturer: Detroit Diesel Corp.
Report Received Date: 2003-07-09T00:00:00
Subject: Detroit diesel/series 60 fuel lines
Component: Fuel System, Diesel
Potentially Affected Units: 52,830

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 03C-2
Recall Type: Equipment
Defect Summary: On certain freightliner fld, century, columbia, and argosy truck equipped with series 60 engines, a pressurized fuel line on the left rear side of the engine connected to the rear of the cylinderhead can rub against the cylinder block, potentially resulting in a diesel fuel leak.
Consequence Summary: A fuel leak in the engine compartment can result in fuel spilled onto the ground,leaving a slippery road surface, which increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Detroit diesel will replace the fuel lines, and re-route them away from the cylinder block or other potential rub points. owner notification began june 30, 2003. 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 detroit diesel at 313-592-3708.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-z7a9_83dz~wet8
NHTSA ID: 03E040000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
Created Meta: N/A
Updated At: 1742808662
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