The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·22E054000·Announced 2022-07-06

Cummins Recalls PD7000 Electric Drivetrains Due to Electrical Grounding Defect

Cummins is recalling PD7000 Electric Drivetrains because an improperly grounded air compressor can cause electric shock. Owners will receive a free repair to install a ground strap.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (electric shock) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Cummins, Inc. is recalling certain PD7000 Electric Drivetrains that contain an electric air compressor. The recall addresses a defect where the air compressor housing is improperly grounded, which causes electrical voltage greater than 50V AC during operation.

This improper grounding can cause electric shock, increasing the risk of injury to the vehicle operator or nearby individuals. The source text does not report any specific incidents of injury or death associated with this defect.

Owners will be notified by mail, with letters mailed on February 3, 2023. Cummins will install an electrical ground strap between the compressor motor housing and the vehicle chassis free of charge. Remedy parts were expected to become available in November 2022. 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
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM recall
Manufacturer
Cummins, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Electric Drivetrain
Hazard
Affected units
530

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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