CarRecallWatch- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
- Problem
- John Evans Mfg. (John Evans) is recalling certain 2016 Cheetah tandem axle flatbed trailers manufactured July 29, 2015, to August 6, 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
- John Evans will notify owners, and service centers will replace the actuators, free of charge. The recall began on July 6, 2016. Owners may contact John Evans customer service at 1-803-436-3100.
- 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
Certain trailers have air brake actuators that may not be seated properly, so the diaphragm inside the brake chamber can be out of position. This can cause the brakes to drag, meaning they stay partly applied when they should release.
Brake drag can generate enough heat to cause a fire at the wheel end, which creates a serious risk to the trailer, its cargo, and anyone nearby. If you own an affected trailer, stop using it until the brakes are inspected.
The repair is free: service centers will replace the brake actuators at no cost to you. Contact John Evans customer service at 1-803-436-3100, and check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| John Evans Cheetah Tandem Flatbed | 2016 |
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