NHTSA Recall 14V686000: Fuel system, diesel
Eldorado National- Kansas reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 18 vehicles. It affects 2014–2015 Eldorado Krystal K40.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V686000 |
|---|---|
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL |
| Report received | October 31, 2014 |
| Owner notification | October 30, 2014 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Eldorado National-Kansas (Eldorado) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Krystal K40 vehicles manufactured April 25, 2014, to June 29, 2014. The Cummins ISB or ISL engines in these vehicles may have been equipped with Fleetguard UFF-XT fuel filters, part number FF63009. The filter shell may separate from the fuel filter nut plate causing the engine to stall without warning.
Safety risk
If the engine stalls unexpectedly there is an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Cummins will notify owners and dealers will replace the fuel filter, free of charge. The recall began on August 20, 2014. Owners may contact Cummins customer service at 1-800-223-4583. Cummins' number for this recall is C1545. Owners may contact Eldorado customer service at 1-913-392-2171.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 14V686000
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.