The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·21E099000·Announced 2021-12-01

Cummins Recalls X12 Diesel Engines Due to Fuel Tube Cracking Risk

Cummins is recalling X12 Diesel Engines because fuel tubes may crack, causing high-pressure leaks that increase fire risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. 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 tube cracking) that can lead to a high-pressure fuel leak and fire, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Cummins, Inc. is recalling certain X12 Diesel Engines with part numbers D0S3005BX03 and D0S3009BX03. The fuel tubes connecting the fuel rail to the injectors for cylinders four, five, and six may fatigue and crack over time. This defect can result in a high-pressure fuel leak.

A high-pressure fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire. The recall affects 10,938 vehicles. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 11, 2022.

Dealers will perform repairs free of charge. For engines with 75 miles or less, dealers will install vibration isolators to the fuel tubes. Engines with more than 75 miles will receive new fuel tubes with vibration isolators. 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, DIESEL:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL recall
Manufacturer
Cummins, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Diesel Engine
Hazard
Affected units
10,938

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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