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NHTSARecalled Dec 23, 2014 · #14V814000

Improperly Seated Brake Chamber Diaphragm

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Caterpillar Inc. (Caterpillar) is recalling certain model year 2015 CT660, and CT681 trucks manufactured July 28, 2014, to November 5, 2014. The affected vehicles may experience brake drag due to an improperly seated diaphragm in the brake chamber. Brake drag may result in a wheel end fire.

Product details

Product
Improperly Seated Brake Chamber Diaphragm
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Caterpillar, Inc.
Model numbers
CT660, CT681
UPCs

What you should do

Caterpillar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake actuators, free of charge. An interim letter was mailed to owners on March 18, 2015. A second notice will be mailed once parts become available. Owners may contact Caterpillar customer service at 1-309-675-5658.

View the official CPSC notice