Dorsey Corporation | NHTSA Recall #78V234000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 78V234000 by Dorsey Corporation. Includes 220 affected units, BRAKES:VALVE SOLENOID, component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

The piston in the antilock valve could stick due to exposure to high concentrations of fluid contaminants that may collect in the trailer braking system. Consequently, no air would be delivered to the brake chambers normally supplied by that valve. This could result in a "no brake" condition on the affected axles. This constitutes a non-compliance to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems".

Corrective Action

The defective valve will be replaced without charge.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 78V234000

Manufacturer: Dorsey Corporation

Report Received Date: 1978-10-20T00:00:00

Subject: Brakes:valve solenoid

Component: Service Brakes, Air

Potentially Affected Units: 220

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: The piston in the antilock valve could stick due to exposure to high concentrations of fluid contaminants that may collect in the trailer braking system. Consequently, no air would be delivered to the brake chambers normally supplied by that valve. This could result in a "no brake" condition on the affected axles. This constitutes a non-compliance to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems".

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: The defective valve will be replaced without charge.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-k7dx~5ds6_q7ce

NHTSA ID: 78V234000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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