Recalls

Recall 71628

  • USA Recall: Fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, can result in a fire.
    Certain caterpillar c13 and c15 diesel engines installed as original equipment in certain peterbilt heavy trucks and monaco recreational vehicles. the fitting on certain fuel lines to the aftertreatment regeneration device (ard) may crack and leak fuel.

    Corrective Action:
    Each vehicle manufacturer will file a defect report and remedy plan for their vehicles which included these engines as original equipment. vehicles will be repaired at no cost to the owner. the recall is expected to begin during november 2007. owners can contact either their vehicle manufacturer or caterpillar toll-free at 1-800-447-4986.

    Additional Notes:
    Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

    • Affected Vehicles

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