Defect Description For Recall
The Insulation Material Between The Field Effect Transistor And Ground In The Throttle Actuator Can Fail, Resulting In An Electrical Short.
Make Of Vehicle
CUMMINS
Model Of Vehicle
C8.3
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
96E014000
Component Description
Vehicle Speed Control
Effect Of Defect
This Condition Can Result In An Uncommanded Throttle Condition. Under These Conditions, Without Warning, The Operator Could Experience Loss Of Throttle Control And Subsequent Engine Acceleration.
Fix Defect
Cummins Will Replace The Throttle Actuator On The Engines Involved.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Cummins Engine Co.
Start Of Manufacture
19951001
End Of Manufacture
19960401
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
88
Date Owners Notified
19960526
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Cummins, Inc.
Date Report Received
19960522