Defect Description For Recall
Certain 2004 And 2005 C15 Diesel Engines Manufactured By Caterpillar Between October 2003 And April 2005. The Variable Valve Actuation Oil Line (Vva Line) Used On 6 Cylinder, 15L Turbocharged And Air-To-Air Aftercooled Diesel Engines Of 435-550 Horsepower May Wear Against The Sharp Edge Of The Cylinder Head If Not Oriented Correctly.
Make Of Vehicle
CATERPILLAR
Model Of Vehicle
C15
Year
2005
Recall Campaign Number
05E078000
Component Description
Engine And Engine Cooling
Effect Of Defect
Oil Line Wear May Cause An Oil Leak And A Potential Fire Hazard.
Fix Defect
Owners Or Dealers Will Inspect The Vva Line For Wear. If Vva Line Wear Is Noted, Dealers Will Replace The Line. A Clip Will Be Added To Prevent Future Line Wear. The Recall Began On April 17, 2006.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Caterpillar Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
55794
Date Owners Notified
20060417
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Caterpillar, Inc.
Date Report Received
20051212