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NHTSA Campaign 18E085000

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Issued by Allison Transmission, Inc. · Reported Aug 20, 2018 · 592 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Allison Transmission, Inc. (Allison) is recalling certain H 50 EP, H 40 EP, H 50 Cert, and H 40 Cert Drive Units. The pressure switches on these Drive Units may fail, possibly resulting in a loss of drive.

Consequence

A loss of drive can disable the vehicle unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Allison will notify the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the affected transmissions, and dealers will replace the C1 and C2 pressure switches, free of charge. The recall began September 14, 2018. Owners may contact Allison customer service at 1-800-252-5283.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
ALLISON H 40 EP TRANSMISSION 592
ALLISON H 50 EP TRANSMISSION 592

Source: NHTSA Campaign 18E085000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.