Caterpillar 3406b Engine Recalls in Canada
The Caterpillar 3406b Engine has 5 recall campaigns on Transport Canada's federal record (all model years), led by fuel system issues with 5 campaigns. Recall repairs are free at any Caterpillar dealer — check your exact VIN below.
Source: Transport Canada Vehicle Recalls Database · Updated 2026-06-11
Most-affected systems
Most recent campaigns
1992-10-22Fuel System: SUBJECT ENGINES MAY EXPERIENCE A LOSS OF THE GOVERNOR SERVO PIN. THIS WOULD RESULT IN THE ENGINE AND VEHICLE CONTINUING AT THEIR RESPECTIVE SPEEDS UNTIL A CHANGE IN LOAD OCCURS (
1992-10-22Fuel System: SUBJECT ENGINES MAY EXPERIENCE A LOSS OF THE GOVERNOR SERVO PIN. THIS WOULD RESULT IN THE ENGINE AND VEHICLE CONTINUING AT THEIR RESPECTIVE SPEEDS UNTIL A CHANGE IN LOAD OCCURS (
1992-10-22Fuel System: SUBJECT ENGINES MAY EXPERIENCE A LOSS OF THE GOVERNOR SERVO PIN. THIS WOULD RESULT IN THE ENGINE AND VEHICLE CONTINUING AT THEIR RESPECTIVE SPEEDS UNTIL A CHANGE IN LOAD OCCURS (
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FAQ
How many recalls does the Caterpillar 3406b Engine have in Canada?
5 recall campaigns are on Transport Canada's federal Vehicle Recalls Database for the Caterpillar 3406b Engine (all model years since 1975, tires and child seats excluded). The most-affected system is fuel system with 5 campaigns.
How do I check if a specific Caterpillar 3406b Engine has an open recall in Canada?
Recall campaigns apply to specific VIN ranges. Decode the VIN free at CarWhere to confirm the exact year and build, then check the VIN in Transport Canada's motor vehicle safety recall tool or with any Caterpillar dealer — recall repairs are free.
Are Canadian and US recalls the same?
Often parallel but not identical — Canadian campaigns are issued through Transport Canada, US campaigns through NHTSA, and timing or scope can differ. For a vehicle imported from the USA, check both records; the CarWhere $9.99 Full VIN Report covers the US federal record (recalls, complaints, service bulletins) for any US-market VIN.