Defect Description For Recall
Caterpillar 2003 My 3126E Engines With Converter Mufflers With Welds Added To The Straps That Support The Converter Mufflers To The Chassis. These Welds Are Causing The Straps To Fail.
Make Of Vehicle
CATERPILLAR
Model Of Vehicle
3126E
Year
2003
Recall Campaign Number
04E054000
Component Description
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System
Effect Of Defect
When The Straps Fail, The Muffler Can Drop To The Ground.
Fix Defect
Caterpillar Will Notify Its Customers To Take Their Vehicle To A Caterpiller Engine Repair Facility To Have The Converter Muffler Straps Replaced Free Of Charge. The Recall Began October 29, 2004. Owners Who Take Their Vehicles To An Authorized Dealer On An Agreed Upon Service Date And Do Not Receive The Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact Caterpiller At 309-675-6496.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Caterpillar Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
2309
Date Owners Notified
20041029
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Caterpillar, Inc.
Date Report Received
20040809