Recall 11V-348: 2010 Lbce HTC-3140
LINK-BELT CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT CO. recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Jul 8, 2011, covering about 4 vehicles.
The problem
Lbce is recalling certain model year 2010 lbce model htc-3140 cranes equipped with caterpillar diesel c15 engines. Overtime, a weld in the combustion tube that is inside of the diesel particulate filter can fail causing the filter to be burned through by hot combustion gases.
The risk
A fire could result if these hot gases erupt near something flammable.
The fix
Caterpillar is handling the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Please see caterpillar's defect report 11e-006. Caterpillar will replace the existing combustion tube with a thick wall combustion tube which will not allow the heat to break through. This service will be performed free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety recall by lbce on june 2, 2011. A second notice will be issued when parts become available which is currently estimated to be mid-august 2011. Owners may contact caterpillar toll-free at 1-800-447-4986.
Notes
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 | LINK-BELT CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT CO. |
|---|---|
| Component | Engine and Engine Cooling |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 11V348000 |
Vehicles in this recall
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 11V-348?
Lbce is recalling certain model year 2010 lbce model htc-3140 cranes equipped with caterpillar diesel c15 engines. Overtime, a weld in the combustion tube that is inside of the diesel particulate filter can fail causing the filter to be burned through by hot combustion gases.
How is recall 11V-348 fixed?
Caterpillar is handling the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Please see caterpillar's defect report 11e-006. Caterpillar will replace the existing combustion tube with a thick wall combustion tube which will not allow the heat to break through. This service will be performed free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety recall by lbce on june 2, 2011. A second notice will be issued when parts become available which is currently estimated to be mid-august 2011. Owners may contact caterpillar toll-free at 1-800-447-4986.
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.