CarRecallWatch- Component
- STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
- Problem
- Cummins Inc. (Cummins) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Cummins Power Generation Generator sets, models C60D6R, C150D2RE, C100D6R, C200D6R, C200D2RE, C275D2RE, and C300D6R, manufactured December 18, 2015, to October 3, 2016. The affected generator sets have been mounted on trailers, and due to the possibility that the door hinges may fail, the generator set doors may detach while the trailer is being moved.
- Risk
- If the door detaches, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Cummins will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hinges, free of charge. The recall began on December 16, 2016. Owners may contact Cummins customer service at 1-800-343-7357.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2015-2016 Cummins Power Generation generator sets mounted on trailers may have door hinges that fail. If this happens, the generator set door can come loose while the trailer is being towed, creating a road hazard for other drivers.
A detached door can become debris on the road, which increases the risk of a crash. Owners of affected units will be notified by Cummins. The replacement of the door hinges is free of charge and will be performed by dealers. You can contact Cummins customer service at 1-800-343-7357 for more information, and check your equipment's identification number for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Cummins Power Generation Generator SET | 20152016 |
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