Defect Description For Recall
A Plug On The Outlet Side Of The Fuel Pump Can Crack On 8,055 C7 And C9 Diesel Engines That Are Equipped With A Cr 350 (Common Rail High Pressure) Pump. The Affected Engines Include 6 Cylinder C7 (7L) And C9 (9L) Turbocharged And Air-To-Air Aftercooled Diesel Engines Of 190 Through 425 Horsepower.
Make Of Vehicle
CATERPILLAR
Model Of Vehicle
C9
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
08E042000
Component Description
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Diesel
Effect Of Defect
A Crack In This Plug Can Result In A High Pressure Fuel Spray Or Leak Which, In The Presence Of An Ignition Source, Could Result In A Fire.
Fix Defect
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 By Caterpillar At No Cost To The Owner. The Recall Began On September 5, 2008. Owners Can Contact Either Their Vehicle Manufacturer Or Caterpillar Toll-Free At 1-800-447-4986.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Caterpillar Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
8950
Date Owners Notified
20080905
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Caterpillar, Inc.
Date Report Received
20080701