Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Custom Built Specialty Trailers Equipped With Dexter Axles And Crewson Automatic Slack Adjusters, The Push Rod Arms On The Axle Brakes Are Too Long.
Make Of Vehicle
FEATHERLITE
Model Of Vehicle
1075
Year
2003
Recall Campaign Number
03V501000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Air
Effect Of Defect
Push Rod Arms That Are Too Long Could Cause Damage To The Slack Adjuster Or Impede Proper Brake Adjustment, Resulting In Accidental Damage Including Personal Injury, Property Damage Or Both.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect The Push Rods For The Correct Length. If Damaged The Slack Adjuster Will Be Repaired Or Replaced. If Not Damaged, The Push Rods Will Be Shortened By Cutting To .26″. Owner Notification Began December 13, 2003. Owners Who Take Their Vehicles To An Authorized Dealer On An Agreed Upon Service Date And Do Not Receive The Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact Featherlite At 1-800-800-1230.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Featherlite, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20020901
End Of Manufacture
20031130
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
9
Date Owners Notified
20031213
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Featherlite, Inc.
Date Report Received
20031205