Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Vehicles 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
KENWORTH
Model Of Vehicle
T800
Year
1995
Recall Campaign Number
03V245000
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 Kenworth At 1-425-828-5440.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Paccar Incorporated
Start Of Manufacture
19950401
End Of Manufacture
19971231
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
18
Date Owners Notified
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Paccar Incorporated
Date Report Received
20030709