Defect Description For Recall
Caterpillar Inc. (Caterpillar) Is Recalling Certain 2015-2019 Progress Rail 75Hrt Skytrim Hi-Rail Vehicles. The Boom Cradle Includes A Support Plate That May Block The Driver’S Visibility. Additionally, The Slew May Be Insufficient, Which May Result In The Detachment Of The Boom From The Cradle While The Vehicle Is In Motion.
Make Of Vehicle
PROGRESSIVE RAIL ServiceS
Model Of Vehicle
SKY TRIM
Year
2018
Recall Campaign Number
19V462000
Component Description
Unknown Or Other
Effect Of Defect
The Lack Of Visibility May Increase The Risk Of Crash. The Detachment Of The Boom And Cradle May Become A Road Hazard, Increasing The Risk Of Crash.
Fix Defect
Caterpillar Will Notify Owners, And Progress Rail Dealers Will Relocate The Boom Cradle To Provide Visibility For The Driver, And Revise The Boom Hydraulic Circuit To Prevent An Inadvertent Boom In The Event Of A Hose Failure Or Leak. These Repairs Will Be Performed Free Of Charge. The Recall Began August 12, 2019. Owners May Contact Caterpillar Customer Service At 1-800-447-4986.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Caterpillar Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20150801
End Of Manufacture
20190430
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
6
Date Owners Notified
20190812
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Caterpillar, Inc.
Date Report Received
20190614