Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, Llc | NHTSA Recall #20E092000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20E092000 by Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, Llc. Affecting sl-4 brake light pressure switches with part numbers k101993, k101996, k108141, and k108142 manufactured between december 1, 2019 and january 31, 2020 Includes 1,701 affected units, Brake Light Pressure Switch Malfunction, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

sl-4 brake light pressure switches with part numbers k101993, k101996, k108141, and k108142 manufactured between december 1, 2019 and january 31, 2020

Defect Summary

Bendix commercial vehicle systems, llc (bendix) is recalling certain sl-4 brake light pressure switches with part numbers k101993, k101996, k108141, and k108142 manufactured between december 1, 2019 and january 31, 2020. when air pressure is supplied to the brake light switch it may leak, possibly causing the internal electrical contacts to become jammed.

Corrective Action

Bendix will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake light switch, free of charge. the recall began march 4, 2021. owners may contact bendix customer service at 1-877-345-9526.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 20E092000
Manufacturer: Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, Llc
Report Received Date: 2020-12-21T00:00:00
Subject: Brake light pressure switch malfunction
Component: Exterior Lighting
Potentially Affected Units: 1,701

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Equipment
Defect Summary: Bendix commercial vehicle systems, llc (bendix) is recalling certain sl-4 brake light pressure switches with part numbers k101993, k101996, k108141, and k108142 manufactured between december 1, 2019 and january 31, 2020. when air pressure is supplied to the brake light switch it may leak, possibly causing the internal electrical contacts to become jammed.
Consequence Summary: Jammed electrical contacts in the brake light switch can cause the brake lights to remain illuminated, or fail to illuminate. either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Bendix will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake light switch, free of charge. the recall began march 4, 2021. owners may contact bendix customer service at 1-877-345-9526.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 20E092000
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