Key Takeaway

CUMMINS/ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE by CUMMINS, INC. was recalled on July 1, 2003. What to do: CUMMINS WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS AND REPLACE THE ECM WITH THE LATEST DESIGN FREE OF CHARGE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 15, 2003. OWNERS WHO DO N...

NHTSA Ongoing

CUMMINS/ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE

Recalled: July 1, 2003 ~1,064 units affected 03E038

Description

CUMMINS C8.3G AND L10G ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULES (ECM) P/N 3930507 MANUFACTURED BETWEEN APRIL 1995 AND DECEMBER 1997. THE ECM DOES NOT HAVE THE ABILITY TO DETECT A THROTTLE FAIL-SAFE ENGINE SHUTDOWN COMMAND.

Injuries / Consequence

THIS COULD RESULT IN AN UNANTICIPATED, UNCOMMANDED OPEN THROTTLE CONDITION WITHOUT WARNING. IF THIS EVENT OCCURS, THE VEHICLE OPERATOR WILL NOT HAVE CONTROL OF ENGINE SPEED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy

CUMMINS WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS AND REPLACE THE ECM WITH THE LATEST DESIGN FREE OF CHARGE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 15, 2003. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT CUMMINS AT 800-343-7357.

Products Affected

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Company Information

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Is this recall still active?

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How do I check if my product is affected?

Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.

What remedy is available for this recall?

The listed remedy for this recall is: CUMMINS WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS AND REPLACE THE ECM WITH THE LATEST DESIGN FREE OF CHARGE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 15, 2003. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIM...

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