Defect Description For Recall
Detroit Diesel Series 40 Engines Sold As Replacement Equipment. The Turbocharger Can Fail Allowing Lubricating Oil To Spill Onto The Engine.
Make Of Vehicle
DETROIT DIESEL
Model Of Vehicle
SERIES 40
Year
1997
Recall Campaign Number
05E049000
Component Description
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Other Fuel Types:Turbo/Supercharger
Effect Of Defect
This Can Result In A Fire In The Engine Compartment.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect And Replace The Turbocharger To Prevent The Possibility Of An Engine Compartment Fire. Detroit Diesel Is ConduCTIng The Owner Notification And Remedy For This Campaign. Owners May Contact Detroit Diesel At 313-592-3708 Or Spartan At 517-543-6400.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Spartan Chassis, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
18
Date Owners Notified
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Detroit Diesel Corp.
Date Report Received
20050722
Make Campaign Number
SPEC 05027