Defect Description For Recall
Wabash National Corporation (Wabash) Is Recalling Certain 2018 Van Trailers Manufactured With Mpa/Mta Suspensions Equipped With Meritor Ex225 Brakes. The Brake Caliper Bolts On These Axles May Not Be Properly Torqued Which Can Allow The Caliper To Detach From The Mounting Flange. As Such, These Vehicles Fail To Comply With The Requirements Of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (Fmvss) Number 121, “Air Brake Systems.”
Make Of Vehicle
WABASH NATIONAL
Model Of Vehicle
VAN
Year
2018
Recall Campaign Number
17V633000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Air:Disc:Caliper
Effect Of Defect
If The Caliper Bolts Are Improperly Torqued And The Caliper Detaches From The Mounting Flange, A Loss Of Braking Ability Would Occur, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Wabash Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Inspect The Bolts, Replacing Any Loose Or Missing Ones, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On November 14, 2017. Owners May Contact Wabash Customer Service At 1-765-771-5300.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Wabash National Corporation
Start Of Manufacture
20170209
End Of Manufacture
20170824
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
314
Date Owners Notified
20171114
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Wabash National Corporation
Date Report Received
20171009
Make Campaign Number
Part Number
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
121