Recall 06V-407: 2006 Kme Panther, 2006 Kme Severe Service

KOVATCH MOBILE EQUIPMENT recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Oct 26, 2006, covering about 14 vehicles.

NHTSA number
06V-407
Report date
Oct 26, 2006
Vehicles affected
14
Owners notified
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The problem

On certain trucks built with cummins isl cm850 diesel engines. The connecting rods which transfer energy from the piston to the crankshaft are defective and can result in seizure of the piston pin. A piston pin seizure can result in a mission-disabling engine failure.

The risk

The manufacturer has not yet provided the agency with a description of the consequence as it relates to motor vehicle safety.

The fix

Cummins will replace the connecting rods free of charge (Please see 06e037). Customers may contact cummins at 1-800-diesels or kme at 1-800-235-3928.

Notes

Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerKOVATCH MOBILE EQUIPMENT
ComponentEngine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number06V407000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Kme Panther2006All years
Kme Severe Service2006All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 06V-407?

On certain trucks built with cummins isl cm850 diesel engines. The connecting rods which transfer energy from the piston to the crankshaft are defective and can result in seizure of the piston pin. A piston pin seizure can result in a mission-disabling engine failure.

How is recall 06V-407 fixed?

Cummins will replace the connecting rods free of charge (Please see 06e037). Customers may contact cummins at 1-800-diesels or kme at 1-800-235-3928.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.