The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·18E081000·Announced 2018-08-10

Cummins Recalls Diesel Engines Due to Fuel Line Burst Risk

Cummins is recalling ISX15 and X15 diesel engines because a restricted fuel pump screen can cause the nylon fuel line to burst, leading to fuel leaks or engine stalling.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (fuel line burst) that can cause engine stalling and fuel leaks, creating a significant risk of crash and property damage, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects and significant injury/property-damage reports.

Plain-English summary

Cummins Inc. is recalling certain ISX15 diesel engines (part number D103012BX03) and X15 diesel engines (part number D103016BX03). These engines are equipped with nylon fuel lines and a fuel pump containing an integrated single screen filter. The recall affects approximately 91,286 units.

The fuel pump cooling circuit screens may become restricted by debris from filtration material. Under certain driving conditions, such as on a long down-hill grade, this restriction can cause the fuel line to burst. If the line bursts, a significant amount of fuel may leak onto the road, creating a hazard for other motorists. Additionally, the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Cummins will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected nylon line with a steel line free of charge. The recall began on November 21, 2018. Owners may contact Cummins customer service at 1-800-286-6467 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP recall
Manufacturer
Cummins Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Diesel Engine
Hazard
Affected units
91,286

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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