Defect Description For Recall
Cummins C8.3G And L10G Electronic Control Modules (Ecm) P/N 3930507 Manufactured Between April 1995 And December 1997. The Ecm Does Not Have The Ability To Detect A Throttle Fail-Safe Engine Shutdown Command.
Make Of Vehicle
CUMMINS
Model Of Vehicle
C8.3G
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
03E038000
Component Description
Vehicle Speed Control
Effect Of Defect
This Could Result In An Unanticipated, Uncommanded Open Throttle Condition Without Warning. If This Event Occurs, The Vehicle Operator Will Not Have Control Of Engine Speed, Possibly Resulting In A Vehicle Crash.
Fix Defect
Cummins Will Notify Its Customers And Replace The Ecm With The Latest Design Free Of Charge. Owner Notification Began June 15, 2003. Owners Who Do Not Receive The Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact Cummins At 800-343-7357.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Cummins, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
1064
Date Owners Notified
20030615
Initiated By
Ovsc
Responsible Manufacturer
Cummins, Inc.
Date Report Received
20030630