Paccar Incorporated | NHTSA Recall #05V570000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 05V570000 by Paccar Incorporated. Includes 30,995 affected units, VARIABLE VALVE ACTUATION OIL LINE/OIL LEAK, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain tractors equipped with caterpillar diesel engines, the variable valve actuation oil line may wear against the sharp edge of the cylinder head if not positioned correctly.

Corrective Action

Caterpillar, in conjunction with paccar, will be conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign free of charge. owners may call caterpillar at 309-675-6496, kenworth at 425-828-5440, or peterbilt at 940-591-4201.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 05V570000

Manufacturer: Paccar Incorporated

Report Received Date: 2005-12-22T00:00:00

Subject: Variable valve actuation oil line/oil leak

Component: Engine And Engine Cooling

Potentially Affected Units: 30,995

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 05KW7 & 1205E

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain tractors equipped with caterpillar diesel engines, the variable valve actuation oil line may wear against the sharp edge of the cylinder head if not positioned correctly.

Consequence Summary: The oil line may be cut on the cylinder head causing an oil leak and a possible fire.

Corrective Action: Caterpillar, in conjunction with paccar, will be conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign free of charge. owners may call caterpillar at 309-675-6496, kenworth at 425-828-5440, or peterbilt at 940-591-4201.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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SID: row-2eie_h2pu.g4w2

NHTSA ID: 05V570000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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