Cummins ISL9, ISC8.3 +3 more: Engine and engine cooling

Affects Cummins ISL9, ISC8.3, ISX15, ISB6.7, ISX11.9 · — — about 12K vehicles.

The hazard

IF THE INLET OR OUTLET SECTIONS DISCONNECT, HOT EXHAUST GASES CAN VENT PRIOR TO EXITING THE TAILPIPE, CREATING THE RISK OF COMBUSTION AND A FIRE. IF BOTH CLAMPS FAIL, THERE IS A RISK IN SOME APPLICATIONS THAT THE DOC/DPF HOUSING MAY DETACH COMPLETELY, CREATING A ROAD HAZARD.

What to do

CUMMINS IS WORKING WITH THE VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS TO IDENTIFY AND NOTIFY OWNERS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 10, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CUMMINS AT 1-812-377-5000 OR THEIR VEHICLE MANUFACTURER.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational