The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·24E078000·Announced 2024-09-23

Cummins Recalls X15 Diesel Engines Due to Fuel Pump Barrel Fracture Risk

Cummins is recalling specific X15 diesel engines and fuel pump components because the fuel pump barrels may fracture and cause a fuel leak, leading to engine stalls.

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 pump fracture) that causes a fuel leak and engine stall, explicitly increasing the risk of a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects and significant injury risk.

Plain-English summary

Cummins, Inc. is recalling certain X15 diesel engines, re-manufactured engines, fuel pump barrel service kits, fuel pump service assemblies, and overhaul kits. The affected components include specific part numbers such as D103019BX03, DR7989-RX, and various service kit and assembly part numbers listed in the official notice.

The defect involves fuel pump barrels that may fracture, causing a fuel leak. This leak can result in an engine stall, which increases the risk of a crash. The recall affects 9,332 units.

Cummins will replace the fuel pump barrels free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 15, 2024. Owners may contact Cummins Customer Service at 812-377-5000 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP recall
Manufacturer
Cummins, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Diesel Engine Component
Hazard
Affected units
9,332

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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