Shyft Group | NHTSA Recall #07V280000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 07V280000 by Shyft Group. Includes 495 affected units, CONNECTING ROD FAILURE/CUMMINS, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain motor homes built with cummins isl cm850 diesel engines, the connecting rod contains a machining defect in the wrist pin bushing of the rod that could cause a seizure of the piston pin.

Corrective Action

Spartan is working with cummins to recalibrate the engine control module and enhance the engine protection system enabling it to provide early detection of the failure mode and avoid more serious engine damage and resultant safety hazard. cummins will also install a new valve cover with a crankcase pressure sensor free of charge (please see 07e033). owners may contact cummins at 800-343-7357 or spartan at 517-543-6400.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 07V280000

Manufacturer: Shyft Group

Report Received Date: 2007-06-29T00:00:00

Subject: Connecting rod failure/cummins

Component: Engine And Engine Cooling

Potentially Affected Units: 495

Details

MFR Campaign Number: SPEC 07008

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain motor homes built with cummins isl cm850 diesel engines, the connecting rod contains a machining defect in the wrist pin bushing of the rod that could cause a seizure of the piston pin.

Consequence Summary: If allowed to progress, this can lead to engine failure with the possibility of the rod rupturing the lock cavity, resulting in oil and debris on the roadway increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action: Spartan is working with cummins to recalibrate the engine control module and enhance the engine protection system enabling it to provide early detection of the failure mode and avoid more serious engine damage and resultant safety hazard. cummins will also install a new valve cover with a crankcase pressure sensor free of charge (please see 07e033). owners may contact cummins at 800-343-7357 or spartan at 517-543-6400.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 07V280000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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