During IA of a new start with strong winds in grass and sage, this engine was attempting mobile attack. During the attack phase, the engine experienced a lack of power and was unable to climb a hill it normally would have in an area of active fire. The engine was able to go down hill out of the fire area and once on a road the motor died. The motor was unable to be restarted for approximately 15 despite the motor turning over when attempting to start. Eventually it did start and was removed from the fire area.
The engine is a 2015 International MaxxForce 7400. This was the first day it was driven, other than a 4 hour drive from the mechanic, after returning from two months of warranty work. A cyclical event of mechanical issues starting May 2015 has led to this incident. The cycle has involved the emissions system, DPF,EGR, IPR valve, high pressure oil pump, and turbo. Starting in 2015, this engine has experienced a lack of original power and repeated trips for warranty work related to the lack of power. The recent work done included new cylinders, valves, and pistons due to lack of power, excessive oil consumption and blow by. |
