Description
New Garrett 714789-5001S GTA4294BNS turbocharger for Detroit Diesel Series 60 12.7L on-highway engines rated up to 430 HP — direct replacement for Detroit 23528067, 23522306, and 23528530. The GTA4294BNS is a fixed-geometry, water-cooled center housing turbo originally specified by Detroit for the Series 60 12.7L from the late-1990s ratings change forward, and is supplied new (not remanufactured) from Garrett with no core charge.
Signs You Need a New Turbocharger
- Loss of power under load with black or blue exhaust smoke
- Whistling, grinding, or fluttering from the turbocharger
- Excessive oil in the charge-air-cooler piping or intake
- Coolant or oil leak from the center housing
- Compressor or turbine wheel rub against the housing on inspection
- Boost gauge reads low or never reaches normal levels
Specifications
| Manufacturer | Garrett (Honeywell) |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 714789-5001S |
| Turbo Model | GTA4294BNS |
| Part Type | New Turbocharger (not remanufactured) |
| Engine Compatibility | Detroit Diesel Series 60 12.7L (on-highway) |
| Power Rating | Up to 430 HP |
| Center Housing | Water-cooled |
Cross References
This turbocharger replaces or is equivalent to the following part numbers:
- Detroit Diesel: 23528067, 23522306, 23528530
- Garrett: 714789-5001S, 714789-0001
Applications
This turbo fits the following engine:
- Detroit Diesel Series 60 12.7L on-highway (DDEC III / IV ratings up to 430 HP)
Representative vehicles using this engine:
- Freightliner Century, Classic, Columbia, FLD with S60 12.7L
- Western Star 4900 with S60 12.7L
- Sterling A-Line, L-Line with S60 12.7L
Verify your engine serial number, ECM rating, and exhaust manifold flange before ordering. The Detroit Series 60 14.0L and DD13 / DD15 / DD16 use different turbochargers — this part is for the 12.7L only.

