Battle Motors, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #07V377000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 07V377000 by Battle Motors, Inc.. Includes 8 affected units, FUEL PUMP FAILURE/CATERPILLAR, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain refuse packer trucks equipped with caterpillar c7 or c9 diesel engines, a fuel pump failure will dilute the engine oil with fuel and cause loss of throttle control and excessive smoke.

Corrective Action

Crane carrier will work with caterpillar to replace the fuel pump on affected chassis free of charge. owners may contact caterpillar at 1-800-447-4986 or crane carrier at 918-832-7305.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 07V377000

Manufacturer: Battle Motors, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2007-08-24T00:00:00

Subject: Fuel pump failure/caterpillar

Component: Engine And Engine Cooling

Potentially Affected Units: 8

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain refuse packer trucks equipped with caterpillar c7 or c9 diesel engines, a fuel pump failure will dilute the engine oil with fuel and cause loss of throttle control and excessive smoke.

Consequence Summary: Loss of throttle can increase the risk of a crash and fuel leakage. in the presence of an ignition source, fuel leakage could result in a fire.

Corrective Action: Crane carrier will work with caterpillar to replace the fuel pump on affected chassis free of charge. owners may contact caterpillar at 1-800-447-4986 or crane carrier at 918-832-7305.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 07V377000

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Created At: 1742808662

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