Most Common Issues With The DD13 DD15 DD16/ Detroit 15/ Semi/18 Wheeler/Diesel truck/ DD15 Issues

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Most common issues with the DD15. In this video I touch on just a few issues that I see with the DD15. You can always reach out to us if you run into an issue that I have not covered.
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[@truckingjamaicans5045]

Thats why i love the ols 60 series ...tough

[@mohammedabdille4295]

Hi Adam are D13 and D15 ,D16 same issues I already saw Oil leaks and replaced but I'm requesting D13 2016 I followed all your videos God blessed you I really admire the skills that you demonstrated is wonderful and great help we can have everywhere someone honest to help thanks and be safe

[@shaneshane1379]

You forgot to add, DD15 & 13 are most reliable and effecient when maintained and repaired properly. I have 6 cascadia's running every day. I am the only person who works on them. I even recently ran off the tire guy due to poor workmanship. All you mentioned is true stuff, but no sweat. The only true BAD problem with truck is the people who fail to maintain the accordingly. The only thing I dislike about the DD15 is the little oil filter. I would like to find a remote mount filter system with more volume.

[@TATEXPRESSINC]

Shane, thank you for watching and sharing your valuable information 💪🏼🔧👊🏼

[@jaygon2877]

Is there a certain year? Or is the dd13-15 good any year?

[@michaelford9089]

I can't see any Detroit being more reliable than a cummins...I've heard nothing but issues with the Detroit...the 60 series are far better than any of the dd...not to mention the fuel mileage doesn't keep up even when healthy

[@user-ns9os2yt3i]

@@michaelford9089everything brakes tbh. Get whatever you like and know how to repair , unless it’s paccar lol

[@bz4shez]

Wow, just love your content man. I really wish I lived near your shop, I would be a regular return customer for sure !! Thanks Adam

[@TATEXPRESSINC]

I appreciate that!

[@jopete681]

Advice get a 60 series Detroit or a catipillar engine= money in the bank!

[@TATEXPRESSINC]

Jo, as long as it isn't an EPA07 or ACERT

[@bikerboy2k142]

I had a 2009 Columbia with C15 acert and man that truck was in the shop more than a mechanic and it got the worse fuel mileage I ever seen in a truck and I have driven all kinds of truck with different motors....

[@jopete681]

@@TATEXPRESSINC 3406a/b/c/e model I should of said that. I wouldn’t get anything newer than a 2003 model!!

[@hudsondonnell444]

Your mechanic thanks you!

[@jopete681]

@@hudsondonnell444 I’m sure your mechanic thanks you For your DPF filter You don’t sound like you’ve been in Trucking very long

[@danielcristiangarcia2881]

Very helpful man I appreciate it I have a 2018 Freightliner cascadia. And I got told I have a leak from the fuel injector and differentials today I've been noticing. That I can't drive fast . I can't even go 60 . My company is in El Paso Texas. Very useful

[@CricketSamratt]

Good knowledgeable video. Thanks Adam

[@mohammedabdille4295]

That was great professional advice and still waiting another video about D13 engine for FREIGHTLINER Cascadian

[@jacobwheeler6136]

Flying out to Arizona in a few weeks to pick up my first truck.. a freightliner cascadia with the dd15. It has 430k on it and just found your channel. Thanks for the info 👍

[@morellana8397]

Sorry to ask this late but how good its been that engine?

Tremendo Motor, saludos desde Medellín Colombia

[@CashNYC]

great info you guys are the best

[@hookahb8299]

Another excellent video...Thanks

[@TATEXPRESSINC]

Thank you for watching

[@Jackknife-TV]

When I was a company driver 70% of the trucks were dd15 and only once did I ever have a breakdown and that was for a cracked coolant reservoir I drove to the nearest dealership and had it replaced within 2 hours... I put 300,000 miles on that truck and I think all together it had 490,000 when I was out of it at 300, 000 I know they cleaned and checked the DPF and replaced both knock sensors along with a dozer for maintenance the truck was down about a week for that ... As for paccars that I've driven I've broken down at least three times in a company truck .... And four times with a Kenworth I owned myself and that damn thing cost me about $10,000 every month at the dealer..... Then I had two Cummins ISX one the scr system went out that was a $15,000+ fix that they would not cover under warranty because they said it was caused from bad Def........ Never showed me the test sample ETC Then I bought a certified used 2015 cascadia with an ISX 249,000 miles I literally drove the truck 20,000 miles and the engine blew because of a bad fuel pump... Aftermarket warranty and Cummins fought back and forth for about a month before they basically said the fuel pump is an accessory and it's not covered under your warranty your Sol......

[@Jordan-ym5gf]

How is fuel pump an accessory, it won't run without it lol wtf I'd be suing their asses.

[@wilsonvazquez8890]

Very good thanks!

[@MrGsxrk8]

Love ur videos !! I've learned alot about dd15 thru your videos! Do u work with any shops in Chicago? Dfw is to far of a drive..thanks again for fhe great content

[@frank9649]

You lost some weight.....stress management is very important for your health , thanks for the vid, be well !

[@TATEXPRESSINC]

Frank, I appreciate your concern. I am now at my target weight for my height. I am feeling great and healthy

[@gulfmechanicalwork4183]

You are great man

[@TATEXPRESSINC]

Thank you

[@ThaSouthMU]

Good vid, you reminded me that I gotta replace my air dryer filter asap !?

[@rjones6728]

So, may I have your professional opinion on what truck and engine would be the best? I've been a subscriber for 2 years and watch every video! Thanks in advance!

[@ruud987654321]

you missed something like the intake valve always wear into the head creating a hard or no start situation, or remove the coolant filter because that can create some over heating problems, that DD15AT engines with the Axial Power Turbine were also made for EPA10 and the DD16 engines all come with the Axial Power Turbine including GHG17 engines. another problem is the injector harness leaking oil through the electrical connector and into the engine harness. for the fuel lines going to the injectors they are designed to be reused and 90% of the time when they are reused they will not leak providing you replace the o ring on the injector which comes in the o ring kit. the throttle valve was also used on EPA10 and GHG14 non AT engines and they don't usually leak as well as the intake manifold gaskets. the high pressure fuel pump does not need to be timed with the engine the manual talks about making sure then engine is at TDC 1 but does not talk about where the fuel pump gear should be so there is no timing between the fuel pump and the engine. the fuel filter can be replaced as per Detroit Diesel every 35k to 75k miles.

[@jason9613]

Good sht

[@michaeldunagan8268]

Geesussss....! :-$

[@bctw9004]

Wow.... I knew the DD was poorly designed but didn’t know they were this bad. Great video

[@rambro24]

It beats Cummins any day I had both DD15 is easy to work on n findin parts

[@tylerslepicka156]

Explain to me why it is a poor design ?

[@carlosaguirre1313]

Adam Good afternoon Thanks for sharing BEST regards 30 Junio 2021

[@TATEXPRESSINC]

Good afternoon Carlos, thank you for watching

[@zacharyhuntsman7310]

I always do those football gaskets. I break the inside of the injector line free first so if there is any pressure it leaks inside of the head instead of giving me hydraulic injection

[@eddieo8706]

Should the fuel filter be changed every 15k on the new Detroit DT series engines as well??

[@HassanHassan-sf5xd]

Nice

[@dimitarpavlov3955]

Do you guys do on site inspections prior used purchase? Thanks!

[@TATEXPRESSINC]

Yes we do. Call 972-225-3017

[@OMotoristaJacobMonteiro]

Hey, TAT. You should make a video with a list of scheduled maintenance for DD series from 0 to 1 million miles, like dpf cleaning, valve adjusting... All the mileage for that, and the others not mentioned. It would be very appreciated.

[@dankruger2890]

it would be very helpful if you could put a rough mileage when these things go bad.

[@TATEXPRESSINC]

Dan, most issues that I covered will happen after 500k miles.

[@sleazeballpeter]

Is there anything that doesn't go bad on this engine

[@jesusz3789]

Hey TAT what would you say about the cat c13 in a kenworth t800? Pre emissions by the way. Any info I would Thank you alot

[@williamparker8471]

Next truck will be series 60 but I can't complain at all on my dd15. 2011 cascadia with 911k on it. Engines never been open for repair. Got it when it had 435k on it. Ima run it till it quits. Oil cooler just stated leaking last week.

[@ItsNicolasNotNic]

Why are you going back pre emissions if the DD15 was good to you?

[@wilbertoceja1527]

The egr cooler can be service before get clog. Or damage

[@mohmmedkhan991]

Flywheel housing gasket is another common leak on the DD Platform and a big job.

[@carmenperalta7207]

Great ,video..you explain all motor components as you speak that's good instructions for drivers to understand best there motor issues on dds15...I appreciate this video , your amazingly correct...thankyou. my friend ..GOD bless you..

[@abdalacasrichannel6062]

We would not be watching these videos if we go to professional mechanics , right? Thanks for the videos man, salute to all do it your self gang

[@shaneshane1379]

The oil pick up assy will crack where the o rings press into it. Mostly, I have found low hot oil pressure at idle due to the o ring on the sump where it botls to the block. It will be hard and not sealing the oil pressure well. This little seal can cause total failure. At idle hot, oil pressure should be above 15 psi. At high speed 70. The pick up tube is less than $200, always replace it for good sense.

[@MechanicTechnicianRepair]

Tengo una pregunta tenica maetro porke ese se pomgan mucho con solo baja presion de oil

[@lorenzomorganjr.6585]

Good morning. What things can’t a “high-end” Class-8 diagnostic scan tool find?

[@TATEXPRESSINC]

DDDL, thanks for watching

[@jason9613]

Can you rebuild a eaton fuller 9 speed,and how much will you charge 🤔. It's in a 2014 fraightliner cascadia

[@texasabbott]

I'm eventually moving from a motorcoach with a Series 60 to one with a Volvo D13. Can I expect more reliability issues or more frequent maintenance with the D13?

[@TATEXPRESSINC]

D13 can be problematic if not well maintained

[@theliberaldestroyer3796]

Keep that series 60😂 your wallet will appreciate it

[@MrPaveles]

Hey Adam, how do you feel about using Motorkote on These trucks

[@TATEXPRESSINC]

No oil additives are needed when using a ck4 or fa-4 rated oil

[@superfly4137]

Sometimes when i start my engine the starter is blocked becausethe truck computer thinks it is in drive. So i try to switch it to drive then back to neutral to see if that works. So far it has happened to me twice and i have been able to start the truck but i had to toggle it back and forth between drive and neutral. Any thoughts on what it might be? Its a cascadia dd15 auto

[@mbshekay4527]

Thanks man for doing this can you please help on this. I wanna buy semi truck can you please tell me witch truck has power and strong doesn't matter old or New Manuel or automatic

[@TATEXPRESSINC]

M.B. I would recommend a 2015 or newer DD15 with a good maintenance history

[@jotz007]

Damn this is scary. Only pre 2003, 12.7 series 60 all the way.

[@ElSlickVic]

Thoughts on ISM 410 2008 on KW

[@elyornazarov6941]

Genius

[@TATEXPRESSINC]

Thank you for the support 💪🏼🔧👊🏼

[@mbshekay4527]

Witch one is good to buy thanks again

[@TATEXPRESSINC]

M.B. Shikay, thanks for watching

[@mbshekay4527]

@Andrew Pepe hey hopefully you try to send me the picture. Of them To see and make my decision

[@oscargutierrez6598]

good day friend in colombia ddl15 and ddl13 engines there are no staff to work on them do not connect like a Cummins engine. I follow you and I learned or things that only the agency solves I would like to know what diagnostic programs you use for the work of Detroit engines, thank

[@TATEXPRESSINC]

Oscar, DDDL

[@jessicamorales7574]

Shop con experiencia? Y como se agarra la experiencia? trabajando en eso y siempre hay una primera vez, no menosprecies a los rookie… cualquier persona con el manual y especificaciones correctas puede hacer ese trabajo.

[@RGonzalez1967]

Hi, can you do some MX13 videos, Thanks you

[@TATEXPRESSINC]

Rolian, great topic 💪🏼🔧👊🏼

[@hectorsanchez2476]

I have a DD15 with metal shavings in the oil filter housing, what do you suggest?

[@serggla924]

What was it?

[@carloscruz7317]

damn i think i found my shop. im getting ready to buy a truck i wonder if they will look at it for me.

[@cabelsenior2646]

Hey why would I get check engine stop engine lights come on just after start up when the trucks cold and the air is building up. They then start to flash and then shut the truck off but after I restart it and get the air pressure up they eventually disappear and it runs fine? On a 2014 dd15 Thanks

[@scatter-vision21]

Do you know anything about N13 engines on 2015 International are those OK

[@keephiscommandmentsandlive9860]

I'm a first time truck buyer, I'm looking at a day cab 2011 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA 125 tandem, with a Detroit DD13, miles 288,500 for $34,500. Should I be weary?

[@user-um7cj3fq5r]

How similar are the DD13 and DD15?

[@jstrucker6670]

What's up guys! So i have a question? I have a 2016 cascadia DD15 and i have this weird problem. Engine light came on (both red and yellow blinking) truck shut off on me so i called my friend who is also a truck driver and he said to disconnect the coolant level sensor so I did. Truck started. So if i connect the plug it will shut off but if disconnected it stay on. Any advice on this issue please.🙏 ( I replaced the coolant level sensor and still doing the same thing)

[@donmccord]

They aren’t Detroit diesels in my opinion they are Mercedes with a Detroit emblem on it I hate em might be ok if they were emissions free but that goes for all new Diesel engines

[@HinksonR]

What’s the difference between DD13 ,15, 16?

[@allenspears5013]

I need my Rocket Box seal replaced. Price?

[@user-fx3ei4cy3y]

What make the engine fan stay on dd15 2013 freightliner cascadia

[@labalokisam2338]

Hi can you put 2019 transmission dt12 oa in to 2016 fl cascadia

[@michaeldunagan8268]

So much for German over-ngineering. The DDs are really based in the MBE 4000, correct? Engine had good low-end grunt but trying to find a shop to work on them: at least one that doesn't charge $170 an hour. I'll stick to my Cummins N14 and pay myself $75 an hour. Also, accelerating to highway speeds N14 blows away any Mack or Volvo or Detroit that I ever driven. Same thing for going up 3% grades: my engine chops through them but I slow down 5 to 10 miles an hour with the aforementioned engines.

[@godwindavid3646]

Michael where can I find N14 OEM engine parts?

[@michaeldunagan8268]

@@godwindavid3646 Any Cummins dealership. I am fortunate that one is 5 miles from my house. They're likely not going to have engine blocks, but they do sell small blocks and heads that are rebuilt. I usually get my fleetguard filters there and my engine coolant there.

[@tapemeasure7488]

The n14 is an animal

[@idowfidow3575]

Where you guys located at

[@cablanchette1]

Holy crap 😲...after watching this video, who would buy one?...

[@paulmaclachlan5033]

Hi. I got a 13 litre in a Mercedes actros (uk ) water going into oil . Any ideas?

[@quangvinhtang3767]

- Hi Brother! How are you!

[@MIstastacks24]

wish you was in N J

[@DanielleCapichano]

Hey! So I just tried calling the phone number to book an appointment for my truck's EGR valve system to be examined, the phone rang to then hang up without being able to leave a voicemail. I'm delivering to Austin by monday, I can be there Monday afternoon or Tuesday first thing in the morning. If you have caller ID please call back asap!

[@damianrodriguez5907]

I have a dd13 with 190k miles 2012 cascadia. This morning my engine started to feel with less power when I would go more than 20 mph and the engine would stay like that until I come to a complete stop. If I wait for a couple of seconds, then go my engine would go back to normal but if I go more than 20 mph it would to start to lose power again. Need help!!

[@Zigizi986]

How did you fix it ?

[@timothykissinger4883]

I'm thinking of governing my truck from 68 to 75 mph.It is a dd15,but my concern is would it prematurely burn out cam bearing?

[@lawsondj1244]

You just need to watch your rpm's.

[@tyshum2010]

@@lawsondj1244 what rpms you should keep it at?

[@TATEXPRESSINC]

Tim, excessive idling would cause more damage to cams than driving 75. The rpm limiter will keep the truck at a safe RPM

[@GabeRod518]

Ok Adam very clear we will Use a experienced shop lol much love brother.

[@danielcristiangarcia2881]

Why is it that Petro didn't tell me about the leaks in my fuel injector and the differential . Roadside had to tell me my whole entire trip from El Paso to Phoenix I can't even go fast .

[@abarca2013]

Every time I accelerate it sounds like a tea pot boiling whistle. It used to be every time I went uphill. Now it’s every time I accelerate. I just recently had my egr cleaned. What can be the problem?

[@TATEXPRESSINC]

It sounds like a leak from the repair. 🧐

[@abarca2013]

Before the repair it was a small Whistle and now it’s gotten worse. Any ideas as to what it was making that small whistle before the repair ?

[@TATEXPRESSINC]

I recommend checking exhaust and intake for leaks. 💪🏼🚚

[@eduardosandoval1113]

I had that problem on my day cab , it was my fault , i was driving hard uphil wen in stupid way rip the egr conduct, so thar whistle was whit me every day , the repair cost almost 2000. Some times we fuck up the trucks

[@DJ.LakeSea]

American truck engine manufacturer: Lets spend tens of millions of dollars on making an engine that sounds epic whilst it can still pull a load. Oil leaks don't matter. European engine manufacturer: Lets make an engine that doesnt leak oil and pulls harder than an American engine. LOL I say this with 25 years trucking experience in Australia.

[@chuckbyard3294]

And what is this engine please?

[@JuanTorres-cl1er]

@@chuckbyard3294 it only exists in his head. 😆

[@DJ.LakeSea]

Wouldn't matter what answer I gave. Those who drive American trucks are sooo passionate and loyal that they can't ever be told that something is better. Its a good thing, yet also a handicap.

[@hgc1581]

Dd15 is basically a German engine. Almost exact same engine goes into the new Benz trucks.

[@DD-di1xc]

They're owned by diamler

[@stephenmazzali8962]

I worked at a Freightliner shop in Spokane Wash. doing nothing but Engine work. 60 Series , MBE and DDs. MBE was garbage. 60s were the back bone of Detroit . The DDs , any of them in my opinion were not much better than the MBE. Modules that failed and worse was the crank brg issues. The company treated employees like the Goverment treats the common American. I'd rather have a 2 stroke Diesel than a DD.

[@alfonsohernandez1919]

Basically there junk to many problems 😃 series 60 for the win lol

[@SOU6900]

Moral of the video: Use an experienced shop. 😉

[@vamosajugarpelota]

Why years are the best years for dd15

[@luich2275]

Can’t stop technology guys DD15 are good just do the maintenance old engines did good but now day it’s about fuel savings

[@danielcristiangarcia2881]

Not only that but when I drive I can't even stay centered

[@ishnigma1601]

Sounds like a lot of fails on the DD15s. I would rather stay with the D60s’

[@hgc1581]

They are horrendous for oil leaks those engines. Maybe better nowadays.

[@robpeters5204]

Don’t forget about the oil pump seizing up. The DD15 are bad for this. Don’t do the 30k oil change interval. Change your oil more often!!! It will save you a lot of money and less downtime.

[@jessewolfe9961]

In case you didn't hear. Make sure you use an experienced shop lol

[@TATEXPRESSINC]

Jesse, that statement could save you alot of money.

[@LaChankluda]

I'm doing the black man laugh 🤣 Its not the engine its the driver

[@TATEXPRESSINC]

Thanks for sharing. Be sure to subscribe.

[@gabi1026]

Watching the vids I dont even kno wat to buy Smh 🤦🏼‍♂️

[@daneblackburn613]

Most common problem? Should have bought a big block cat

[@jakobseipel6058]

Das

[@OfficialToucheTJ]

So basically the DD15 is a liability…😒

[@JoshOnutaOffical]

These dd15’s will bankrupt you

[@mova_2020]

He repeated experience shop about 300 times. Chill out bro. Chill

[@joeherndon588]

Why did you start softly and then start yelling?

[@gilbertolazaro3452]

Replace, replace, replace all I heard… just buy a new engine 🤣🤣

[@michaeldunagan8268]

My Google search shows that a new refurbished DD engine starts at $35,000.

[@danieltorquemadajr5395]

Ok note to self dont get a truck with a dd15

[@onionpeeling5822]

That motor is a rip off

[@maybinboka9668]

Detroit should recall these engines coz they are total rubbish. The best engines detroit has ever made is the 60 series.

[@user-lc6iv9xc4w]

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[@williamharris1890]

So every component is a common failure component, sounds like a piece of junk 😂

[@onemancarnage]

So....this engine is junk!!!