Cheetah Bridgemaster Chassis (2017) – 17V630000

Defect Description For Recall

Cheetah Chassis Corporation (Cheetah) Is Recalling Certain 2017-2018 Bridgemaster, 2017 Extendable And 2017-2018 Maximizer, Tank, Gooseneck, And Heavy Duty Trailer Chassis. The Air Brake DiaphraGM On These Vehicles May Degrade And Allow The Brake System Air To Leak From The Quick Release Valve Causing The Emergency Brakes To Engage.

Make Of Vehicle

CHEETAH

Model Of Vehicle

BRIDGEMASTER CHASSIS

Year

2017

Recall Campaign Number

17V630000

Component Description

Service Brakes, Air:Supply:Quick Release Valve

Effect Of Defect

Partial Or Full Application Of The Emergency Brakes Can Cause The Wheel-End To Overheat Or A Drag Slowing Or Stopping The Vehicle, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.

Fix Defect

Cheetah Will Notify Owners, And Service Centers Will Install Heavy Duty Diaphragms In The Quick Release Valves, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On November 20, 2017. Owners May Contact Cheetah Customer Service At 1-704-436-2590.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Cheetah Chassis Corporation

Start Of Manufacture

End Of Manufacture

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

508

Date Owners Notified

20171120

Initiated By

Mfr

Responsible Manufacturer

Cheetah Chassis Corporation

Date Report Received

20171005

Make Campaign Number

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard