Caterpillar 3116 (1988) – 90E024000

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

Make Campaign Number

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard