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K&N Engineering, Inc. vs Cummins, Inc.: NhtsaRecallPulse comparison
K&N Engineering, Inc.'s units affected of 44,053 is 1.1x Cummins, Inc.'s 39,052 (86th percentile). K&N Engineering, Inc. is dated 2026-07-23; Cummins, Inc. 2026-09-28.
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| Field | K&N Engineering, Inc. | Cummins, Inc. |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | K&N Engineering, Inc. | Cummins, Inc. |
| Subject | Fuel Filter O-Ring May Disintegrate | Fuel Filter Hoses May Disconnect and Leak Fuel |
| NHTSA ID | 26E048000 | 26E066000 |
| Recall type | Equipment | Equipment |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER | FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL |
| Units potentially affected | 44053 | 39052 |
| Do not drive | Yes | No |
| Park outside | No | No |
| Defect | K&N Engineering, Inc. (K&N) is recalling certain K&N and Spectre replacement fuel filters with part numbers KN81-0300, KN81-0301, SPE-2369, SPE-2358, and SPE-6932. The O-ring in the fuel filter may disintegrate, causing a leak. | Cummins, Inc. (Cummins) is recalling certain L9 diesel engines, part number D563027BX03. The remote fuel filter hoses may separate from the fitting, causing a fuel leak and an engine stall. |
| Consequence | A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. In addition, pieces of the O-ring may clog the fuel lines, causing a loss of engine performance and increasing the risk of a crash. | A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. An engine stall increases the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they replace the fuel filter. K&N will refund the purchase price, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed in July 28, 2026. Owners may contact K&N customer service at [email protected] or 1-866-401-5660. | Dealers will replace the fuel hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 20, 2026. Owners may contact Cummins customer service at 1-800-286-6467. Cummins number for this recall is C7311. Engines remedied under Recalls 23E055, 24E038, or 25E004 will need to have the new redesigned parts installed. |
| Manufacturer campaign | C7311 | |
| units affected percentile | 86th | 85th |
| Recall Urgency Score | 85/100 | 45/100 |
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Official records: K&N Engineering, Inc. · Cummins, Inc.
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