Recall 19V195000: 2008–2018 Mertz Custom Trailer
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Mar 11, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- 475
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Mertz Manufacturing, LLC is recalling certain 2008-2018 custom trailers. Plastic junction connections may have been installed in the air brake circuits. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
The risk
If a plastic connector fails, a loss of service brakes will occur or the emergency brakes will activate unexpectedly. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Mertz has notified owners and will provide metal brake line connections to replace the plastic connections. The recall began March, 29, 2019. Owners may contact Mertz customer service at 1-580-767-8404. Mertz's number for this recall is M18-098.
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
- 2008 Mertz Custom Trailer
- 2009 Mertz Custom Trailer
- 2010 Mertz Custom Trailer
- 2011 Mertz Custom Trailer
- 2012 Mertz Custom Trailer
- 2013 Mertz Custom Trailer
- 2014 Mertz Custom Trailer
- 2015 Mertz Custom Trailer
- 2016 Mertz Custom Trailer
- 2017 Mertz Custom Trailer
- 2018 Mertz Custom Trailer
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 19V195000
- Manufacturer campaign
- M18-098
- Manufacturer
- Mertz Manufacturing, LLC
- Owner letters
- Mar 29, 2019
- Components
- Parking brake:conventional:air (Brakes); 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