Cummins recalls PD7000 electric drive systems over software error that can make parked vehicles move
A software error in the system control module can make a stationary vehicle move unexpectedly, which raises the risk of a crash.
What to do
Dealers will update the software for free. Owners may contact Cummins customer service at 1-800-286-6467.
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Recall details
- Product
- Cummins Pd7000
- Company
- Cummins, Inc.
- Hazard
- Unintended vehicle movement increases the risk of a crash.
- Units
- 411 pieces of equipment
- Owner notification
- May 8, 2026
- Reported to NHTSA
- March 13, 2026
- Identifiers
- NHTSA campaign number: 26E011000
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Official notice
The notice's own wording from NHTSA.
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION MOTOR:CONTROLLER:SOFTWARE
- Defect
- Cummins, Inc. (Cummins) is recalling certain PD7000 Electric Drive, part number BES CM0904 EV104B. The System Control Module (SCM) software error may cause a stationary vehicle to move unexpectedly.
- Consequence
- Unintended vehicle movement increases the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action
- Dealers will update the SCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 8, 2026. Owners may contact Cummins customer service at 1-800-286-6467.
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