Wabco Usa Llc | NHTSA Recall #02E059001

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 02E059001 by Wabco Usa Llc. Includes 1,985 affected units, MERITOR WABCO/HALDEX/MANIFOLD DASH VALVES, component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Manifold dash valves with push to connect fittings used to control the park brake function on trucks and trailers with air brakes and are identified with a manufacturing date code of 001a1k through 330a1k manufactured between january 1 and september 30, 2002. the date code is stamped into the back of the valve body. the park knob can pop out unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion. this will exhaust the air from the park brake system on the trailer and apply the parking brakes.

Corrective Action

Meritor wabco will notify its customers and make arrangements to have the valve inspected and, if necessary, replaced free of charge. 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 haldex brake systems at 816-801-2641.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 02E059001

Manufacturer: Wabco Usa Llc

Report Received Date: 2002-11-13T00:00:00

Subject: Meritor wabco/haldex/manifold dash valves

Component: Service Brakes, Air

Potentially Affected Units: 1,985

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: Manifold dash valves with push to connect fittings used to control the park brake function on trucks and trailers with air brakes and are identified with a manufacturing date code of 001a1k through 330a1k manufactured between january 1 and september 30, 2002. the date code is stamped into the back of the valve body. the park knob can pop out unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion. this will exhaust the air from the park brake system on the trailer and apply the parking brakes.

Consequence Summary: If this condition is not noticed, the driver could lose control of the vehicle, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action: Meritor wabco will notify its customers and make arrangements to have the valve inspected and, if necessary, replaced free of charge. 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 haldex brake systems at 816-801-2641.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 02E059001

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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