Defect Description For Recall
Caterpillar Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2012-2013 Ct660 Commercial Trucks, Manufactured From December 2, 2010, Through January 26, 2012, And Equipped With Bendix Atr-6 TrAction Relay Valves. In Extremely Cold Conditions, These Bendix Relay Valves May Potentially Develop Internal Leakage. Internal Leakage Can Lead To Air Pressure Being Delivered To Affected Primary Or Secondary Brake Causing Continuous Brake Application.
Make Of Vehicle
CATERPILLAR
Model Of Vehicle
CT660
Year
2013
Recall Campaign Number
12V051000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Air:Supply:Check Valve
Effect Of Defect
Unexpected Continuous Brake Application Can Cause The Brakes To Overheat And Lead To A Fire. Unexpected Continuous Brake Application Can Cause The Driver To Lose Control Of The Vehicle, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash. Also, The Brakes May Be Applied Without Illuminating The Brake Lights, Failing To Give Proper Warning To Other Drivers.
Fix Defect
Caterpillar Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Repair The Vehicles Free Of Charge. Owners May Contact Caterpillar At 309-675-5658.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Caterpillar Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20101202
End Of Manufacture
20120126
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
104
Date Owners Notified
20120608
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Caterpillar, Inc.
Date Report Received
20120213