Arvinmeritor Automotive | NHTSA Recall #95E003004

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 95E003004 by Arvinmeritor Automotive. Includes 19,444 affected units, BRAKES:AIR DRYER, component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Air system blockage in the air dryer occurs degrading the moisture removing capabilities of the dryer when the vehicle is operated in a cold environment and moisture accumulates and freezes in the air dryer or in the line between the dryer and the air system reservoir. The air dryer can become over pressurized causing the air dryer cartridge to separate from the mounting base.

Corrective Action

Dealers will equip air systems with a pressure relief valve to be located between the compressor and the air dryer. This pressure relief valve is intended to vent if excessive pressure develops in the air dryer.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 95E003004
Manufacturer: Arvinmeritor Automotive
Report Received Date: 1995-03-22T00:00:00
Subject: Brakes:air dryer
Component: Service Brakes, Air
Potentially Affected Units: 19,444

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Equipment
Defect Summary: Air system blockage in the air dryer occurs degrading the moisture removing capabilities of the dryer when the vehicle is operated in a cold environment and moisture accumulates and freezes in the air dryer or in the line between the dryer and the air system reservoir. The air dryer can become over pressurized causing the air dryer cartridge to separate from the mounting base.
Consequence Summary: If the air dryer separates from the base, the cartridge can separate sufficiently enough to cause personal injury or property damage.
Corrective Action: Dealers will equip air systems with a pressure relief valve to be located between the compressor and the air dryer. This pressure relief valve is intended to vent if excessive pressure develops in the air dryer.

Safety Information

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

Metadata

SID: row-s4zv_cded.c3zr
NHTSA ID: 95E003004
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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