Defect Description For Recall
Bendix Sl4 Stop Light Switches Manufactured Between January 1 And August 31, 2003. Improper Lubrication Was Applied To The Piston Mechanism.
Make Of Vehicle
BENDIX
Model Of Vehicle
SL4 STOP LIGHT SWITCH
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
04E039000
Component Description
Exterior Lighting:Tail Lights:Switch
Effect Of Defect
This Lack Of Proper Lubrication Can Cause The Switch To Stick, Resulting In The Vehicle Stop Lamps Staying Illuminated Or Failing To Extinguish Promptly. If The Stop Lamps Fail To Preform As Designed, A Vehicle Crash Could Be The Result.
Fix Defect
Bendix Will Notify Its Customers And Provide A Free Remedy. The Recall September 21, 2004. Owners Who Do Not Receive The Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact Bendix At 1-800-478-1793.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20030101
End Of Manufacture
20030831
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
9585
Date Owners Notified
20040921
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, Llc
Date Report Received
20040524