Defect Description For Recall
Incorrect Torque On The Governor Input Assembly Could Cause It To Loosen And Back Out, Interfering With The Governor Housing Operation. Also The Torsion Spring On The Accelerator Input Was Installed Incorrectly And Could Dislodge, Preventing The Governor And Accelerator From Properly Controlling The Engine Speed.
Make Of Vehicle
CATERPILLAR
Model Of Vehicle
3116
Year
1988
Recall Campaign Number
90E024000
Component Description
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
Effect Of Defect
Without Governor Operation, The Driver Could Overspeed The Engine, Causing Loss Of Control Of Vehicle Speed.
Fix Defect
Assure Proper Assembly And Torque On 8C8580 Bolt, And Proper Installation Of 7W9526 Torsion Spring.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Caterpillar Tractor Co.
Start Of Manufacture
19880401
End Of Manufacture
19900701
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
11000
Date Owners Notified
19910412
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Caterpillar, Inc.
Date Report Received
19900801