CarRecallWatch- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
- Problem
- Western Trailer Company (Western) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chip B-Train trailers manufactured December 29, 2014, to February 26, 2015, equipped with certain Haldex Life Seal Type 30/30 Long Stroke Air Brake Actuators. The affected vehicles may experience brake drag due to an improperly seated diaphragm in the brake chamber.
- Risk
- Brake drag may result in a wheel end fire.
- Remedy
- Western has notified the affected owners and the brake chambers have already been replaced, free of charge. Owners may contact Western customer service at 1-888-344-2539.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Some 2015-2016 Western Trailer Chip B-Train trailers built between December 29, 2014 and February 26, 2015 may have an improperly seated diaphragm in a Haldex Life Seal Type 30/30 Long Stroke air brake actuator. This can cause the brakes to drag, meaning they do not fully release after braking.
Brake drag creates excess heat at the wheel end, and this can lead to a wheel-end fire. If you own an affected trailer, be alert for signs of brake problems and avoid driving the trailer until the issue is checked.
Western has already replaced the brake chambers on affected trailers at no cost to owners. If you have questions or believe your trailer is affected, contact Western Trailer Company customer service at 1-888-344-2539. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Western Trailer Chip B-Train | 20152016 |
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