Charles Machine Works, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #03V046000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 03V046000 by Charles Machine Works, Inc.. Includes 18 affected units, CHARLES MACHINE/TRAILER BRAKES, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain trailers equipped with hydraulic brakes, the breakaway brakes do not work.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the brake actuator. Owner notification began on february 28, 2003. 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 charles machine at 1-580-336-4402.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 03V046000

Manufacturer: Charles Machine Works, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2003-02-13T00:00:00

Subject: Charles machine/trailer brakes

Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Potentially Affected Units: 18

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain trailers equipped with hydraulic brakes, the breakaway brakes do not work.

Consequence Summary: If the trailer detaches from the tow vehicle, there will be no braking capability, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the brake actuator. Owner notification began on february 28, 2003. 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 charles machine at 1-580-336-4402.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-t74n~j4h8-5iw5

NHTSA ID: 03V046000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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