Detroit Diesel Corp. | NHTSA Recall #06E028000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 06E028000 by Detroit Diesel Corp.. Includes 433 affected units, ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Certain my 2000-2005 detroit diesel series 50g engines manufactured between october 2, 2002, and march 22, 2005, equipped on certain 2002-2004 orion v and 2002-2005 orion vii transit buses. higher than expected temperatures will allow the low pressure natural gas regulator gasket to leak coolant and drip onto the terminals of the battery charging alternator.

Corrective Action

Detroit diesel will notify owners and repair the engines by replacing the low pressure regulator gasket with an improved gasket free of charge. the recall began on april 7, 2006. owners may contact detroit diesel at 313-592-3708.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 06E028000
Manufacturer: Detroit Diesel Corp.
Report Received Date: 2006-04-03T00:00:00
Subject: Engine compartment fire
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling
Potentially Affected Units: 433

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 06C-3
Recall Type: Equipment
Defect Summary: Certain my 2000-2005 detroit diesel series 50g engines manufactured between october 2, 2002, and march 22, 2005, equipped on certain 2002-2004 orion v and 2002-2005 orion vii transit buses. higher than expected temperatures will allow the low pressure natural gas regulator gasket to leak coolant and drip onto the terminals of the battery charging alternator.
Consequence Summary: This can result in a short in the electrical circuit and the potential for an engine compartment fire.
Corrective Action: Detroit diesel will notify owners and repair the engines by replacing the low pressure regulator gasket with an improved gasket free of charge. the recall began on april 7, 2006. owners may contact detroit diesel at 313-592-3708.

Safety Information

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

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NHTSA ID: 06E028000
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Created At: 1742808662
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