Caterpillar CT681, CT660: Parking brake — air

Affects Caterpillar CT681, CT660 · 2015 — about 57 vehicles.

The hazard

Brake drag may result in a wheel end fire.

What to do

Caterpillar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake actuators, free of charge. An interim letter was mailed to owners on March 18, 2015. A second notice will be mailed once parts become available. Owners may contact Caterpillar customer service at 1-309-675-5658.

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