Safety Recall NHTSA · 88E010000 Reported April 13, 1988

Power train:clutch assembly:other parts

Cummins, Inc. · Power Train · 260 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
88E010000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
Power Train
Vehicles Affected
260
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
April 13, 1988

Defect Summary

The clutch mounting holes were not drilled deep enough to secure the clutch to the flywheel.

Safety Consequence

This inadequate depth of mounting holes allows theattaching capscrews to bottom out and not compress the lockwasher or secure theclutch to the flywheel. this could result in the clutch separating from theflywheel while the engine is operating.

Corrective Action

Retap attaching holes to proper depth to adequately secure the clutch to the flywheel.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Cummins, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 88E010000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 88E010000

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

What is recall 88E010000?

NHTSA recall 88E010000 was issued by Cummins, Inc. on April 13, 1988. It addresses: Power train:clutch assembly:other parts. The recall affects approximately 260 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Cummins, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 88E010000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.