Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Trucks And Buses Equipped With Cummins Electronic Control Modules On The C8.3G And L10G Engines, The Ecm Does Not Have The Ability To Detect A Throttle Fail-Safe Engine Shutdown Command. This Could Result In An Unanticipated, Uncommanded Open Throttle Condition Without Warning.
Make Of Vehicle
FREIGHTLINER
Model Of Vehicle
BUSINESS CLASS
Year
1996
Recall Campaign Number
03V246000
Component Description
Vehicle Speed Control
Effect Of Defect
If This Event Occurs, The Vehicle Operator Will Not Have Control Of The Engine Speed, Possibly Resulting In A Vehicle Crash.
Fix Defect
Cummins Will Notify The Customers And Replace The Ecm. Owners Should Contact Cummins At 1-800-343-7357 Or Freightliner At 1-503-745-5219.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Freightliner Corporation
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
62
Date Owners Notified
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Freightliner Llc
Date Report Received
20030710
Make Campaign Number
FL-416