Bendix Spicer Foundation Brake Llc | NHTSA Recall #08E047000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08E047000 by Bendix Spicer Foundation Brake Llc. Includes 181 affected units, T-14 SERVICE BRAKE CHAMBER, component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Bendix is working with the vehicle manufacturers to recall 353 bendix t-14 service brake chambers used on some bendix adb22x air disc brakes to be installed on steer axles of some trucks. the lubricant used as an assembly aid for the t-14 service chambers does not evaporate as intended and can migrate between the pushrod base and the rubber diaphragm. this can cause the pushrod base to become misaligned and lodged in the chamber body after a brake application, resulting in the brake not fully releasing.

Corrective Action

Each vehicle manufacturer will provide a remedy plan and notification schedule. the affected vehicles will be repaired without charge to the owners. the recall began on july 22, 2008. owners may contact their vehicle manufacturer or bendix toll-free at 1-866-610-9709.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 08E047000

Manufacturer: Bendix Spicer Foundation Brake Llc

Report Received Date: 2008-08-07T00:00:00

Subject: T-14 service brake chamber

Component: Service Brakes, Air

Potentially Affected Units: 181

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: Bendix is working with the vehicle manufacturers to recall 353 bendix t-14 service brake chambers used on some bendix adb22x air disc brakes to be installed on steer axles of some trucks. the lubricant used as an assembly aid for the t-14 service chambers does not evaporate as intended and can migrate between the pushrod base and the rubber diaphragm. this can cause the pushrod base to become misaligned and lodged in the chamber body after a brake application, resulting in the brake not fully releasing.

Consequence Summary: If a brake on the steer axle remains partially applied, vehicle steering ability and stability can beaffected on slippery road surfaces, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action: Each vehicle manufacturer will provide a remedy plan and notification schedule. the affected vehicles will be repaired without charge to the owners. the recall began on july 22, 2008. owners may contact their vehicle manufacturer or bendix toll-free at 1-866-610-9709.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 08E047000

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