Cummins L9 recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

July 5, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Cummins, Inc. recalls Cummins L9

Recall number

17E033000

Brand / firm

Cummins

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 57 units

Why it was recalled

If the flexplate separates, the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Cummins, Inc. (Cummins) is recalling certain L9 heavy duty diesel engines, part number D563018BX03, sold for installation in Pierce fire trucks. On some engines, the capscrews that secure the flexplate may not have been properly tightened resulting in the flexplate separating.

What to do

Cummins will notify owners, and Cummins dealers will replace the flexplate and capscrews on the subject engines, free of charge. The recall began on July 21, 2017. Owners may contact Cummins customer service at 1-800-286-6467. Cummins' number for this recall is C1914.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.