Caterpillar, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #06E046000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 06E046000 by Caterpillar, Inc.. Includes 722 affected units, INJECTOR O-RING/OIL LEAK/FIRE, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Certain caterpillar c9 diesel engines manufactured between september 2003 and january 2006 installed for use as original equipment on certain transit buses. injector o-ring failures can result in oil being discharged through the valve cover.

Corrective Action

Caterpillar will notify its owners and repair the engines free of charge. the recall began on september 14, 2006. owners may contact caterpillar at 1-800-447-7332.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 06E046000

Manufacturer: Caterpillar, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2006-05-24T00:00:00

Subject: Injector o-ring/oil leak/fire

Component: Engine And Engine Cooling

Potentially Affected Units: 722

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: Certain caterpillar c9 diesel engines manufactured between september 2003 and january 2006 installed for use as original equipment on certain transit buses. injector o-ring failures can result in oil being discharged through the valve cover.

Consequence Summary: A fire can occur.

Corrective Action: Caterpillar will notify its owners and repair the engines free of charge. the recall began on september 14, 2006. owners may contact caterpillar at 1-800-447-7332.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 06E046000

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