Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #12E009000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12E009000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Includes 518 affected units, HIGH PRESSURE FUEL LINE SUPPORT, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks (dtna) is recalling certain detroit diesel epa07 and epa10 dd13 engines manufactured from april 22, 2009, through february 1, 2012. these engines were installed as original equipment on various heavy duty trucks and emergency vehicles. the pump to rail high pressure fuel line support system used on these engines is sensitive to assembly torque and may be damaged during service work. as a result of other repairs, the line supports may loosen, potentially leading to fuel line cracking and a fuel leak.

Corrective Action

Dtna will notify owners, and the high pressure fuel line support system will be replaced by dtna authorized service facilities, free of charge. owner, dealer, and distributor dates will be determined based on parts availability. owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 12E009000

Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, Llc

Report Received Date: 2012-02-27T00:00:00

Subject: High pressure fuel line support

Component: Engine And Engine Cooling

Potentially Affected Units: 518

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 12C-2

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: Daimler trucks (dtna) is recalling certain detroit diesel epa07 and epa10 dd13 engines manufactured from april 22, 2009, through february 1, 2012. these engines were installed as original equipment on various heavy duty trucks and emergency vehicles. the pump to rail high pressure fuel line support system used on these engines is sensitive to assembly torque and may be damaged during service work. as a result of other repairs, the line supports may loosen, potentially leading to fuel line cracking and a fuel leak.

Consequence Summary: A fuel leak could create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. also a fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.

Corrective Action: Dtna will notify owners, and the high pressure fuel line support system will be replaced by dtna authorized service facilities, free of charge. owner, dealer, and distributor dates will be determined based on parts availability. owners may contact dtna 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: 12E009000

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Created At: 1742808662

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