Midland Brake, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #89E036000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 89E036000 by Midland Brake, Inc.. Includes 22,000 affected units, BRAKES:AIR SYSTEMS:VALVE:FOOT CONTROL, component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Hydrogen embrittlement of screws used to hold together valve body causes the screws to break off under stress.

Corrective Action

Manufacturer will replace valves with different body screws.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 89E036000

Manufacturer: Midland Brake, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1989-12-29T00:00:00

Subject: Brakes:air systems:valve:foot control

Component: Service Brakes, Air

Potentially Affected Units: 22,000

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: Hydrogen embrittlement of screws used to hold together valve body causes the screws to break off under stress.

Consequence Summary: The loss of brake valve integrity could cause an increasein stopping distance, or loss of braking control in affected trailers. Eithercondition could cause an accident.

Corrective Action: Manufacturer will replace valves with different body screws.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-dw75~pjfe-suah

NHTSA ID: 89E036000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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