Cheetah Chassis Corporation | NHTSA Recall #07V210000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 07V210000 by Cheetah Chassis Corporation. Includes 1,012 affected units, PLUMBING FITTINGS FOR AIR BRAKE SYSTEMS/BRASSCRAFT, component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain semi-trailers, during manufacture, some of the pipe fittings were drilled too deep, resulting in a thin wall in the male pipe thread. the male pipe thread may break off during or after assembly.

Corrective Action

Cheetah chassis is working with brasscraft to replace the defective fitting free of charge (please see 06e082). the recall is expected to begin during may 2007. owners may contact brasscraft at 248-305-6000 or cheetah chassis at 570-752-2709.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 07V210000

Manufacturer: Cheetah Chassis Corporation

Report Received Date: 2007-05-16T00:00:00

Subject: Plumbing fittings for air brake systems/brasscraft

Component: Service Brakes, Air

Potentially Affected Units: 1,012

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain semi-trailers, during manufacture, some of the pipe fittings were drilled too deep, resulting in a thin wall in the male pipe thread. the male pipe thread may break off during or after assembly.

Consequence Summary: If the fitting fails while in use, the air brake system could depressurize, causing the brakes to engage suddenly, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action: Cheetah chassis is working with brasscraft to replace the defective fitting free of charge (please see 06e082). the recall is expected to begin during may 2007. owners may contact brasscraft at 248-305-6000 or cheetah chassis at 570-752-2709.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 07V210000

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