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Detroit Diesel 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling recall
Recalled September 1, 1999 · NHTSA recall 99E029000 · Detroit Diesel
Hazard
THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE A TURBINE WHEEL BURST FAILURE INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TURBINE HOUSING ON THE TURBOCHARGERS OF THE AFFECTED ENGINES.
Units
52 units
Description
EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION: 14 LITER HIGHWAY TRUCK ENGINES. THESE ENGINES WERE BUILT WITH A NONCOMPLIANT ENGINE CONFIGURATION AND AN INCORRECT TURBINE HOUSING.
What to do
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TURBINE HOUSING ON THE TURBOCHARGERS OF THE AFFECTED ENGINES.
Product
Detroit Diesel SERIES 50
Manufacturer(s)
DETROIT DIESEL CORP.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →