NHTSA recall 04E051000 · Equipment
Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Turbo/supercharger
Detroit Diesel Series 40
Reported Jul 29, 20042,326 vehicles affectedDETROIT DIESEL CORP.Maker’s number 04C-1Built Jan 1, 1997 – Aug 4, 2002
The defect
Detroit diesel series 40 turbochargers manufactured from january 1, 1997 through august 4, 2002. the turbocharger can fail, allowing lubricating oil to spill onto the engine.
The risk
This can result in a fire in the engine compartment, possibly resulting in personal injury.
The remedy
Detroit diesel will notify its customers and inspect and replace the turbocharger free of charge. the recall began september 17, 2004. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ddc at 313-592-3708.