Fuel pump may fail
Defect Summary
Cummins, inc. (cummins) is recalling certain x15 heavy duty diesel engines used in trucks, fire trucks and recreational vehicles. the affected engines have a fuel pump whose drive gear may slip on its drive shaft, resulting in a loss of fuel pump function.
Safety Consequence
Failure of the fuel pump will result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Cummins will notify the vehicle manufacturers that purchased engines that used the affected fuel pumps. cummins will send notices to the owners of the affected engines and cummins dealers will replace the fuel pumps, free of charge. the recall began on august 11, 2017. owners may contact cummins customer service at 1-800-286-6467. cummins' number for this recall is c1909.
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FAQ: Recall 17E029000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17E029000?
NHTSA recall 17E029000 was issued by Cummins, Inc. on June 20, 2017. It addresses: Fuel pump may fail. The recall affects approximately 2,807 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Cummins, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 17E029000 or the manufacturer campaign number C1909. 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.