Cummins, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #06E037000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 06E037000 by Cummins, Inc.. Includes 508 affected units, ENGINE FAILURE/ISL CM850 ENGINES, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Defect Summary
All cummins isl cm850 diesel engines installed as original equipment on emergency vehicles between october 17, 2005, and april 6, 2006, with engine serial number range from 46542688 to 46601872. the connecting rods which transfer energy from the piston to the crankshaft are defective and can result in seizure of the piston pin. a piston pin seizure can result in a mission-disabling engine failure.
Corrective Action
Cummins will notify owners of the vehicles and replace the connecting rods free of charge. the recall began on june 12, 2006. customers may contact cummins customer service at 1-800-diesels.