2003 Detroit Diesel Series 50
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 2003 Detroit Diesel Series 50. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
1 recall names the 2003 Detroit Diesel Series 50. Newest first.
Certain detroit diesel series 50 engines manufactured between october 3, 2002, and october 10, 2004, for use in transit buses. during installation, the emc was not calibrated to activate the exhaust temperature sensor and prevent the possibility of fire in the exhaust system of the bus in the event of a turbocharger failure.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Should the turbocharger fail, lubricating oil can enter the exhaust system and without the exhaust temperature sensor activated, a vehicle fire can occur.
Remedy
Detroit diesel will notify the owners and repair the buses free of charge. the recall began on august 24, 2005. owners may contact detroit diesel at 1-313-592-5791.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10032357Detroit diesel: this IS to provide you with an updated listing of all detroit diesel corp. Manufacturer's suggested retail prices applicable to power protection plan P-3 extended service coverage sold 1/1/08-12/31/08 within the united states and canada. No models or model years listed.
- 10018797Corrective action plan - series 50 2.5GM nox epa/carb certified engines - 330 bhp (filter and turbocharger). Detroit diesel.
- 10018788Campaign 05c-4a - detroit diesel corporation (ddc) has determined that certain 2003 through 2004 model year 275 bhp rated series 50 urban bus engines equipped with diesel particulate filters will require replacement of the filter. Detroit diesel.
Every Detroit Diesel Series 50 model year
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