Key Takeaway
BRAKES:AIR SYSTEMS:LINES:HOSE:NON-METALLIC by DORSEY TRAILERS, INC. was recalled on September 21, 1993. What to do: CHAFFED BRAKE HOSES WILL BE REPLACED, AND THE BRAKE HOSE ROUTING AND BRAKE CHAMBER INSTALLATION WILL BE MODIFIED TO ELIMINATE THE BRAKE HOSE CHAFFING...
BRAKES:AIR SYSTEMS:LINES:HOSE:NON-METALLIC
Description
IMPROPER ROUTING OF THE AIR BRAKE HOSES FROM THE BRAKE VALVES TO THE BRAKE CHAMBERS OF THE AIR OPERATED S-CAM BRAKES CAN CAUSE THE HOSES TO CHAFE OR BE CUT ON THE TRAILER FRAME.
Injuries / Consequence
SERVICE BRAKE HOSE CHAFING OR CUTTING CAN CAUSE REDUCTIONOR LOSS OF SERVICE BRAKES WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING TO THE DRIVER. A VEHICLE CRASHCAN OCCUR AS A RESULT OF THE MALFUNCTIONING SERVICE BRAKES. ALSO, IF A SPRINGBRAKE HOSE IS CUT, THE SPRING BRAKE DRAG OCCURS, WHICH REDUCES THE EFFECTIVENESSOF THE SERVICE BRAKES, AND CAUSES BRAKE COMPONENTS TO OVERHEAT TO THE POINT OFIGNITING THE UNDERCOATING AND BURNING THE TRAILER. THIS CAN ALSO CAUSE WHEELLOCKUP WHICH COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
CHAFFED BRAKE HOSES WILL BE REPLACED, AND THE BRAKE HOSE ROUTING AND BRAKE CHAMBER INSTALLATION WILL BE MODIFIED TO ELIMINATE THE BRAKE HOSE CHAFFING PROBLEM.
Products Affected
Vehicle
VehiclesCompany Information
DORSEY TRAILERS, INC.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recall still active?
Check the status badge at the top of this page. "Ongoing" means the recall is still active and you should follow the remedy instructions. "Completed" or "Terminated" means the recall process has concluded, though the safety issue remains relevant for any unrepaired products.
How do I check if my product is affected?
Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.
What remedy is available for this recall?
The listed remedy for this recall is: CHAFFED BRAKE HOSES WILL BE REPLACED, AND THE BRAKE HOSE ROUTING AND BRAKE CHAMBER INSTALLATION WILL BE MODIFIED TO ELIMINATE THE BRAKE HOSE CHAFFING PROBLEM.
Where can I find the original recall notice?
This recall was issued by NHTSA. You can view the original notice using the link provided above.