Defect Description For Recall
Bendix Ad-2 Air Dryers Manufactured Between November 7, 2001, And May 28, 2002. Original Equipment Part Nos. 288595 And 289008 And Aftermarket Service Part Nos. 102351, 102595, 103090, 103228, 286930, 286934, 288595, And 289008. The Air Dryer Canisters Can Crack Under High Pressures Causing The Metal End Plate To Become Dislodged And Expelled With High Force.
Make Of Vehicle
BENDIX
Model Of Vehicle
AD-2 AIR DRYER
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
02E057000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Air
Effect Of Defect
The Metal End Plate Can Become A Hazardous ProjeCTIle, Possibly Causing Severe Personal Injury.
Fix Defect
Bendix Will Replace The DefeCTIve Ad-2 Air Dryers Free Of Charge. Replacement Parts Will Be Available After February 15, 2003. Owner Notification Began June 18, 2003. Owners Who Do Not Receive The Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact Bendix Recall Assistance Center At 800-478-1793.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Bendix Commercial Vehicle Sys.
Start Of Manufacture
20011107
End Of Manufacture
20020528
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
2940
Date Owners Notified
20030618
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, Llc
Date Report Received
20021107