Cummins L9: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Date

May 21, 2024

Filed by

Cummins, Inc.

Vehicles

Cummins L9 (years not listed)

Component

Fuel System, Diesel › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Description of the defect

Cummins, Inc. (Cummins) is recalling certain Cummins L9 diesel engines with part number D563027BX03. The remote fuel filter hoses may become separated from the fitting, which can result in a fuel leak and a lack of fuel supply to the engine.

Potentially affected

230

What can happen

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. Additionally, a lack of fuel can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the fuel filter hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed in July 8, 2024. Owners may contact Cummins customer service at 1-800-286-6467. Cummins number for this recall is C7032.

Recall notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Owner notification date

July 8, 2024

Manufacturer campaign number

C7032

Recall type

E (equipment)

Influenced by

MFR

Manufacturer's component

Hose, Fuel · Fuel carrying hose with quick connect fittings · 6316757 and 6316899

Recall number

24E038000

What should I do? Car recall: how to check your car and get it fixed

Source: NHTSA · Vehicle record. View the agency notice. The agency notice governs; check it and the company before acting.