Eaton Eca Clutch recalled over injury risk

Recall date

November 7, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Eaton Corporation recalls Eaton Eca Clutch

Recall number

18E102000

Brand / firm

Eaton

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 79,102 units

Why it was recalled

Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Eaton Corporation (Eaton) is recalling certain ECA heavy-duty truck clutches, part numbers 122002-35, 122002-35A, 122002-42, and 122002-42A, for use in for automated manual transmission vehicles. An internal component in the clutch assembly may fail, possibly resulting in unintended vehicle movement.

What to do

Eaton will notify owners and dealers will provide a software update, but in certain circumstances, Eaton may repair physical components in addition to providing a software update, replace the clutch, free of charge. The recall began on November 30, 2018. Owners may contact Eaton customer service at 1-800-826-4357.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.