Battle Motors, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #03V167000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 03V167000 by Battle Motors, Inc.. Includes 130 affected units, CRANE/BRAKE SLACK ADJUSTER INTERFERENCE, component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain trailers equipped with a specific combination of reyco suspension, eaton drive axle, and bendix slack adjusters, the failure of a drive axle slack adjuster to automatically adjust as required to compensate for brake wear, will cause an out of adjustment condition. if this condition occurs and is not identified and corrected through normal inspections and maintenance, the slack adjuster will over-rotate and may contact the suspension lower spring saddle.

Corrective Action

Crane carrier will supply, at no charge, gunite slack adjusters and installation instructions to replace the existing bendix slack adjusters on the drive axle. the installing facility will be reimbursed by crane for one (1) hour labor per vehicle at their posted labor rate. owner notification began on june 10, 2003. owners should contact crane at 1-918-832-7305.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 03V167000

Manufacturer: Battle Motors, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2003-05-01T00:00:00

Subject: Crane/brake slack adjuster interference

Component: Service Brakes, Air

Potentially Affected Units: 130

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain trailers equipped with a specific combination of reyco suspension, eaton drive axle, and bendix slack adjusters, the failure of a drive axle slack adjuster to automatically adjust as required to compensate for brake wear, will cause an out of adjustment condition. if this condition occurs and is not identified and corrected through normal inspections and maintenance, the slack adjuster will over-rotate and may contact the suspension lower spring saddle.

Consequence Summary: If this occurs, braking performance will be inhibited, increasing the risk of a crash without warning.

Corrective Action: Crane carrier will supply, at no charge, gunite slack adjusters and installation instructions to replace the existing bendix slack adjusters on the drive axle. the installing facility will be reimbursed by crane for one (1) hour labor per vehicle at their posted labor rate. owner notification began on june 10, 2003. owners should contact crane at 1-918-832-7305.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 03V167000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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