Rhodes Trailers | NHTSA Recall #00V249004

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 00V249004 by Rhodes Trailers. Includes 50 affected units, RHODES/STEEL BRAKE DRUMS, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: flatbed and dump trailers. these vehicles utilize gunite corporation model 2764 cast steel brake drums and a combination of steel or aluminum wheels produced by other manufacturers. these drums bear date codes between "162 99" and "225 99," inclusive. a stress crack in the metal on the inside brake drum face diameter can occur, resulting in a complete separation from the brake drum.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace all of the cast iron brake drums. gunite will conduct and inspection/repair/replacement program at no charge to the consumer. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact gunite customer service at 800-677-3786.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 00V249004

Manufacturer: Rhodes Trailers

Report Received Date: 2000-11-27T00:00:00

Subject: Rhodes/steel brake drums

Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Potentially Affected Units: 50

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Vehicle description: flatbed and dump trailers. these vehicles utilize gunite corporation model 2764 cast steel brake drums and a combination of steel or aluminum wheels produced by other manufacturers. these drums bear date codes between "162 99" and "225 99," inclusive. a stress crack in the metal on the inside brake drum face diameter can occur, resulting in a complete separation from the brake drum.

Consequence Summary: This condition could cause a loss of braking capability.

Corrective Action: Dealers will replace all of the cast iron brake drums. gunite will conduct and inspection/repair/replacement program at no charge to the consumer. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact gunite customer service at 800-677-3786.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-z66m-twf4-mqf9

NHTSA ID: 00V249004

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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