Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #09V390000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 09V390000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Includes 2,726 affected units, FUEL PUMP FASTENERS, component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2009 heavy trucks manufactured between may 5, 2008 and january 7, 2009, equipped dd15 engines and with bosch high pressure fuel pumps. the fasteners on these fuel pumps could be under-torqued allowing the "o" ring between the pump housing and the barrel to protrude and leak.

Corrective Action

Daimler trucks will notify owners and the remedy will be performed by detroit diesel corporation authorized repair facilities and direct warranty customers. the safety recall began on december 22, 2009. owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 09V390000

Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, Llc

Report Received Date: 2009-10-06T00:00:00

Subject: Fuel pump fasteners

Component: Fuel System, Gasoline

Potentially Affected Units: 2,726

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 09C-3

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2009 heavy trucks manufactured between may 5, 2008 and january 7, 2009, equipped dd15 engines and with bosch high pressure fuel pumps. the fasteners on these fuel pumps could be under-torqued allowing the "o" ring between the pump housing and the barrel to protrude and leak.

Consequence Summary: If a diesel fuel leak continues undetected under certain conditions fuel may ignite on a hot engine surface and/or fuel may spill on the road increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Daimler trucks will notify owners and the remedy will be performed by detroit diesel corporation authorized repair facilities and direct warranty customers. the safety recall began on december 22, 2009. owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 09V390000

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