NHTSA Recall 08V445000: Diesel (engine and engine cooling)
CRANE CARRIER COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 46 vehicles. It affects 2006 Crane LDT2.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V445000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE › DIESEL |
| Report received | September 3, 2008 |
| Owner notification | January 7, 2009 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Crane carrier is recalling certain vehicles equipped with caterpillar c13 diesel engines. The extension pipes attached to the aftertreatment regeneration device (ard) may develop a hole, and heat and flame may escape during a regeneration of the diesel particulate filter.
Safety risk
This may result in a fire hazard.
Remedy
Crane is working with caterpillar to repair these vehicles (please see 08e054). Owners may contact caterpillar at 1-800-447-4986 or crane at 918-836-1651.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 08V445000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Crane LDT2 | 2006 |
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.