Emergency vehicle engine shutdown
Defect Summary
Daimler trucks (dtna) is recalling certain detroit diesel dd13 epa2010 engines manufactured from january 1, 2010, through december 15, 2011, sold and installed for use on certain pierce manufacturing emergency vehicles. the engine shutdown software normally provided to protect the engine and vehicle may not have been disabled on engines intended for emergency vehicle applications.
Safety Consequence
If the vehicle operator receives and ignores multiple warnings indicating the need for operator intervention, the engine may shut down unexpectedly. unexpected emergency vehicle engine shutdown under certain conditions could hamper rescue operations and place the public at risk.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, dealers will disable the engine shutdown software free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or about february 22, 2012. owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Daimler Trucks North America, Llc or involving Engine And Engine Cooling.
FAQ: Recall 11E055000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 11E055000?
NHTSA recall 11E055000 was issued by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc on December 27, 2011. It addresses: Emergency vehicle engine shutdown. The recall affects approximately 320 vehicles, with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Daimler Trucks North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 11E055000 or the manufacturer campaign number 11C-4. 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.