Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #09V391000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 09V391000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Includes 10,185 affected units, PLASTIC LOW PRESSURE FUEL LINES LEAKS, component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2010 heavy trucks manufactured between january 17, 2006 and march 31, 2009, equipped with epa07 model mbe4000 engines built with plastic low pressure fuel lines. the plastic lines may experience leaks due to fatigue cracks caused by stress and vibration combined with high internal pressure.

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 may 7, 2010. owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 09V391000

Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, Llc

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

Subject: Plastic low pressure fuel lines leaks

Component: Fuel System, Gasoline

Potentially Affected Units: 10,185

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 09C-2

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2010 heavy trucks manufactured between january 17, 2006 and march 31, 2009, equipped with epa07 model mbe4000 engines built with plastic low pressure fuel lines. the plastic lines may experience leaks due to fatigue cracks caused by stress and vibration combined with high internal pressure.

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 may 7, 2010. 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: 09V391000

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