Recalls for your 2006 Kme Panther

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DEFECT #1 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL


Posted on: 2006-10-26
Description
On certain trucks built with cummins isl cm850 diesel engines.  The connecting rods which transfer energy from the piston to the crankshaft are defective and can result in seizure of the piston pin.  A piston pin seizure can result in a mission-disabling engine failure.

Consequence
The manufacturer has not yet provided the agency with a description of the consequence as it relates to motor vehicle safety.

Corrective Action
Cummins will replace the connecting rods free of charge (please see 06e037).  Customers may contact cummins at 1-800-diesels or kme at 1-800-235-3928.

Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.