Recall 09V-390: 2009 Freightliner Cascadia, 2009 Freightliner Century and 3 more
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Oct 6, 2009, covering about 2,726 vehicles.
The problem
Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2009 heavy trucks manufactured between may 5, 2008 and january 7, 2009, equipped dd15 engines and with bosch high pressure fuel pumps. The fasteners on these fuel pumps could be under-torqued allowing the "o" ring between the pump housing and the barrel to protrude and leak.
The risk
If a diesel fuel leak continues undetected under certain conditions fuel may ignite on a hot engine surface and/or fuel may spill on the road increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Daimler trucks will notify owners and the remedy will be performed by detroit diesel corporation authorized repair facilities and direct warranty customers. The safety recall began on december 22, 2009. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Daimler truck's recall campaign number is 09c-3.owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Recall details
| Manufacturer | DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA |
|---|---|
| Component | Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 09V390000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Freightliner Cascadia | 2009 | All years |
| Freightliner Century | 2009 | All years |
| Freightliner Columbia | 2009 | All years |
| Sterling 9500 | 2009 | All years |
| Western Star 4900 | 2009 | All 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 09V-390?
Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2009 heavy trucks manufactured between may 5, 2008 and january 7, 2009, equipped dd15 engines and with bosch high pressure fuel pumps. The fasteners on these fuel pumps could be under-torqued allowing the "o" ring between the pump housing and the barrel to protrude and leak.
How is recall 09V-390 fixed?
Daimler trucks will notify owners and the remedy will be performed by detroit diesel corporation authorized repair facilities and direct warranty customers. The safety recall began on december 22, 2009. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
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.