Caterpillar/engine stall
Defect Summary
Equipment description: electronically unit injected diesel engines used in combination with eaton 10 and 18 speed autoshift transmissions. the engines can stall because of software problems.
Safety Consequence
Increased steering effort can occur.
Corrective Action
Dealers will update these engines with software changes.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Caterpillar, Inc. or involving Electrical System.
FAQ: Recall 99E023000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 99E023000?
NHTSA recall 99E023000 was issued by Caterpillar, Inc. on July 29, 1999. It addresses: Caterpillar/engine stall. The recall affects approximately 1,362 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Caterpillar, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 99E023000 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.