Recall 18E102000: Power Train, Clutch Assembly

NHTSA recall 18E102000 · announced November 7, 2018 · Eaton · 79,102 units affected

The problem

Eaton Corporation (Eaton) is recalling certain ECA heavy-duty truck clutches, part numbers 122002-35, 122002-35A, 122002-42, and 122002-42A, for use in for automated manual transmission vehicles. An internal component in the clutch assembly may fail, possibly resulting in unintended vehicle movement.

The risk

Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.

What to do

Eaton will notify owners and dealers will provide a software update, but in certain circumstances, Eaton may repair physical components in addition to providing a software update, replace the clutch, free of charge. The recall began on November 30, 2018. Owners may contact Eaton customer service at 1-800-826-4357.

Official NHTSA recall notice →

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.

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.