Safety Recall NHTSA · 04E051000 Reported July 29, 2004

Engine turbocharger/series 40/detroit diesel

Q: What is recall 04E051000?

NHTSA recall 04E051000 was issued by Detroit Diesel Corp. on July 29, 2004. It addresses: Engine turbocharger/series 40/detroit diesel. The recall affects approximately 2,326 vehicles , with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.

Q: Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls . NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

Q: How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Detroit Diesel Corp. · Engine And Engine Cooling · 2,326 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

04E051000

Manufacturer Campaign

04C-1

Manufacturer

Detroit Diesel Corp.

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling

Vehicles Affected

2,326

Recall Type

Equipment

Report Received

July 29, 2004

Defect Summary

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.

Safety Consequence

This can result in a fire in the engine compartment, possibly resulting in personal injury.

Corrective Action

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.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Detroit Diesel Corp. dealer and reference recall ID 04E051000 or campaign 04C-1.
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 04E051000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 04E051000?

NHTSA recall 04E051000 was issued by Detroit Diesel Corp. on July 29, 2004. It addresses: Engine turbocharger/series 40/detroit diesel. The recall affects approximately 2,326 vehicles, with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Detroit Diesel Corp. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04E051000 or the manufacturer campaign number 04C-1. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.