2012 CATERPILLAR CT660
2012 CATERPILLAR CT660 Recall Title: SERVICE BRAKES
2012 CATERPILLAR CT660 Recall Date: 2014-02-20
2012 CATERPILLAR CT660 NHTSA Recall Campaign Number: 14V068000
2012 CATERPILLAR CT660 Recall Manufacturer: Caterpillar Inc.
2012 CATERPILLAR CT660 Recall Component(s): SERVICE BRAKES
2012 CATERPILLAR CT660 Recall - Potential Number of Units Affected: 181
2012 CATERPILLAR CT660 Recall Overview: Caterpillar Inc. (Caterpillar) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 CT660 trucks manufactured August 2011 through August 2012, and equipped with feature code 0504501, 0504504, or 04EWM Reduced Stopping Distance (RSD) brake linings and with or without feature code 04WCS Greased For Life front air S-cam brakes. In the affected vehicles, the brake S-cam brackets may fracture.
Just What Is a Car Recall? Car Safety Recall Definition - A safety recall is an automotive manufacturer's way of notifying vehicle customers that their product has a flaw. The automobile problem is serious enough that if you do not correct the flaw your and/or your passengers' safety could be at risk. Generally recalls are initiated by the US Government, but sometimes individual car manufacturers will pre-emptively initiate a recall.
Where Do I Find My VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)? Look on the lower left of your car’s windshield for your 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Your VIN is also located on your car’s registration card, and it may be shown on your insurance card.
Auto Tip - How Do I Find Out If My Vehicle Has A Recall? ==> An easy way to determine if you have an active car recall is to just enter your VIN number at the top of this page and CarFax will report if there are any issues at all with your vehicle. The CarFax Report image looks like this:
2012 CATERPILLAR CT660 Recall 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.