Mci D4500, D4000: Engine and engine cooling — engine

Affects Mci D4500, D4000 · 2011–2015 — about 243 vehicles.

The hazard

If the engine oil comes into contact with a hot surface, it can increase the risk of a vehicle fire.

What to do

MCI will notify owners, and Cummins service centers will administer the repairs which include securing the ends of the 90-degree elbow and reprogramming the electronic control module (ECM) with software that can adjust the engine output under misfire conditions to limit crankcase pressures. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on June 18, 2015. Owners may contact MCI customer service at 1-800-241-2947 or Cummins Inc. at 1-800-343-7357. MCI's number for this recall is SB 423.

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