Caterpillar, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #14V814000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14V814000 by Caterpillar, Inc.. Affecting model year 2015 ct660, and ct681 trucks manufactured july 28, 2014, to november 5, 2014 Includes 57 affected units, Improperly Seated Brake Chamber Diaphragm, component: PARKING BRAKE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2015 ct660, and ct681 trucks manufactured july 28, 2014, to november 5, 2014

Defect Summary

Caterpillar inc. (caterpillar) is recalling certain model year 2015 ct660, and ct681 trucks manufactured july 28, 2014, to november 5, 2014. the affected vehicles may experience brake drag due to an improperly seated diaphragm in the brake chamber.

Corrective Action

Caterpillar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake actuators, free of charge. An interim letter was mailed to owners on march 18, 2015. a second notice will be mailed once parts become available. owners may contact caterpillar customer service at 1-309-675-5658.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 14V814000
Manufacturer: Caterpillar, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2014-12-23T00:00:00
Subject: Improperly seated brake chamber diaphragm
Component: Parking Brake
Potentially Affected Units: 57

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 14V-814
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Caterpillar inc. (caterpillar) is recalling certain model year 2015 ct660, and ct681 trucks manufactured july 28, 2014, to november 5, 2014. the affected vehicles may experience brake drag due to an improperly seated diaphragm in the brake chamber.
Consequence Summary: Brake drag may result in a wheel end fire.
Corrective Action: Caterpillar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake actuators, free of charge. An interim letter was mailed to owners on march 18, 2015. a second notice will be mailed once parts become available. owners may contact caterpillar customer service at 1-309-675-5658.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 96.49

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SID: row-u6hr_bhwx~288n
NHTSA ID: 14V814000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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