Recalls for OEM Parts John Deere John Deere

DEFECT #1 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Posted on: 1988-01-07
Description
Fuel line assembly is a flex fitting design that transfers fuel to the fuel injection pump from the fuel filters.  The flange on the fuel line may crack.

Consequence
A cracked flange would allow diesel fuel to spray fromthe filter hose until engine shuts down due to lack of fuel.  There is also apotential of engine compartment fire.

Corrective Action
A new improved designed hose will be installed to replace the old hose.

Notes
System: fuelvehicle category: heavy duty truck

DEFECT #2 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY

Posted on: 1987-07-28
Description
The open design guide sleeve for the plunger in the engine injection pump may contain a steel burr that can lodge between the guide sleeve and the plunger causing an increase in stress at a notch in the sleeve and resulting in cracking of the sleeve.

Consequence
The cracked guide sleeve may bind the fuel control rack,resulting in a loss of engine speed control.

Corrective Action
The injection pumps will be replaced on all engines.

Notes
System: enginevehicle category: trucks