Recall 16V019000: 2015–2016 Western Trailer Chip B-Train
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jan 19, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- 5
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- ODI
The problem
Western Trailer Company (Western) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chip B-Train trailers manufactured December 29, 2014, to February 26, 2015, equipped with certain Haldex Life Seal Type 30/30 Long Stroke Air Brake Actuators. The affected vehicles may experience brake drag due to an improperly seated diaphragm in the brake chamber.
The risk
Brake drag may result in a wheel end fire.
The fix
Western has notified the affected owners and the brake chambers have already been replaced, free of charge. Owners may contact Western customer service at 1-888-344-2539.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2015 Western Trailer Chip B-Train
- 2016 Western Trailer Chip B-Train
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 16V019000
- Manufacturer
- WESTERN TRAILER COMPANY
- Owner letters
- Jan 15, 2016
- Components
- Service brakes, air (Brakes)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology