NHTSA Recall 07V331000: Engine and engine cooling
OSHKOSH TRUCK CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3 vehicles. It affects 2005 Oshkosh Mtvr.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V331000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
| Report received | July 31, 2007 |
| Owner notification | July 25, 2007 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On certain military trucks equipped with caterpillar c-15 engines, the variable valve actuation oil line may wear against the sharp edge of the cylinder head if not positioned correctly.
Safety risk
The oil line may be cut on the cylinder head causing an oil leak and a possible fire.
Remedy
A caterpillar representative inspected the three engines involved and made repairs as necessary (please see 05e-078).
Notes
Customers may 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.
Vehicles covered by recall 07V331000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Oshkosh Mtvr | 2005 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.