Vehicle Parts & Equipment/Engines & Powertrains

Cummins, Inc: Fuel Filter Hoses May Disconnect and Leak Fuel

Agency Publication Date: January 17, 2025

Summary

Cummins, Inc. is recalling 715 L9 diesel engines (part number D563027BX03) because the remote fuel filter hoses may disconnect from their fittings. This defect can cause fuel to leak and the engine to suddenly stall. Owners are encouraged to contact Cummins for a free replacement of the affected fuel hoses.

Risk

A fuel leak occurring near an ignition source significantly increases the risk of a fire, while a sudden engine stall while driving increases the risk of a crash.

What You Should Do

Check your engine documentation or look for part number D563027BX03 to determine if your L9 diesel engine is included in this recall.
Dealers will replace the fuel hoses, free of charge.
If you have not received a notification letter (mailed March 11, 2025), contact Cummins customer service at 1-800-286-6467 and reference recall number C7111.
For additional assistance, contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov.

Your Remedy Options

Free Replacement

Free replacement of remote fuel filter hoses.

How to: Dealers will replace the fuel hoses, free of charge. Owners may contact Cummins customer service at 1-800-286-6467. Cummins's number for this recall is C7111.

Affected Products

Product: Cummins L9 Diesel Engines

Part / Model:

D563027BX03

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall ID: 25E004000

Status: Active

Manufacturer: Cummins, Inc.

Units Affected: 715 vehicles(49% estimated defective)

Park Vehicle: No

Park Outside: No

OTA Update: No

Product Type: Equipment (E)

Recall Classification: Safety Defect

Owner Notification Date: March 11, 2025

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 nhtsa.gov.

Distributed To: Nationwide

Manufacturer Recall #: C7111

Agency Last Updated: October 16, 2025

Were You Affected by This Recall?

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: NHTSA Notice · Raw API Response

Summary

What You Should Do

Check your engine documentation or look for part number D563027BX03 to determine if your L9 diesel engine is included in this recall.

Dealers will replace the fuel hoses, free of charge.

If you have not received a notification letter (mailed March 11, 2025), contact Cummins customer service at 1-800-286-6467 and reference recall number C7111.

For additional assistance, contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov.

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall ID: 25E004000

Status: Active

Manufacturer: Cummins, Inc.

Units Affected: 715 vehicles(49% estimated defective)

Park Vehicle: No

Park Outside: No

OTA Update: No

Product Type: Equipment (E)

Recall Classification: Safety Defect

Owner Notification Date: March 11, 2025

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 nhtsa.gov.

Distributed To: Nationwide

Manufacturer Recall #: C7111

Agency Last Updated: October 16, 2025