Fruehauf Corporation | NHTSA Recall #94V153000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 94V153000 by Fruehauf Corporation. Includes 1,212 affected units, BRAKES:AIR SYSTEMS:LINES:HOSE:NON-METALLIC, component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

The roadside from axle emergency side brake hose routed from the brake relay valve to the brake chamber can rub the nt suspension stabilizer frame bracket. This can cause abrasion and wear on the hose which can lead to cracking or rupture.

Corrective Action

Inspect the front axle brake hoses for possible rubbing. If either of the two front axle hoses are rubbing, immediately take the trailer out of service until the unit can be repaired. The inspection/repair can be performed either by the owner or by an authorized fruehauf dealer. Detailed repair instructions will be mailed to owners.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 94V153000
Manufacturer: Fruehauf Corporation
Report Received Date: 1994-08-11T00:00:00
Subject: Brakes:air systems:lines:hose:non-metallic
Component: Service Brakes, Air
Potentially Affected Units: 1,212

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: The roadside from axle emergency side brake hose routed from the brake relay valve to the brake chamber can rub the nt suspension stabilizer frame bracket. This can cause abrasion and wear on the hose which can lead to cracking or rupture.
Consequence Summary: If rupture of the brake hose occurs while the trailer is in motion, the emergency spring brakes will apply suddenly without prior warning to the vehicle operator, which could result in loss of vehicle control and an accident.
Corrective Action: Inspect the front axle brake hoses for possible rubbing. If either of the two front axle hoses are rubbing, immediately take the trailer out of service until the unit can be repaired. The inspection/repair can be performed either by the owner or by an authorized fruehauf dealer. Detailed repair instructions will be mailed to owners.

Safety Information

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

Metadata

SID: row-ympj-kq5n-rjpb
NHTSA ID: 94V153000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
Created Meta: N/A
Updated At: 1742808662
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