CarRecallWatch- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER
- Problem
- Polar Tank Trailer, LLC. (Polar) is recalling certain 2018 SRJ7 trailers manufactured with Meritor MTA/MTP trailer suspensions. The brake caliper bolts on these axles may not be properly torqued which can allow the caliper to detach from the mounting flange.
- Risk
- 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.
- Remedy
- Polar has notified the vehicle owners, instructing them to check the caliper bolts per the supplied bulletin, receiving reimbursement from Meritor. The recall began on October 4, 2017. Owners may contact Polar customer service at 1-320-746-2255 or Meritor at 1-866-668-7221. Polar's number for this recall is C17AB.
- 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 were built with brake caliper bolts that may not have been properly torqued at the factory. If a caliper bolt is loose, the caliper can detach from its mounting flange, which would cause a loss of braking ability and raise the risk of a crash.
Owners should have the caliper bolts checked following the supplied service bulletin. The inspection and any needed work are free at an authorized dealer. Reimbursement for the work is being handled by Meritor, and you can contact Polar Tank Trailer customer service at 1-320-746-2255 or Meritor at 1-866-668-7221 for more information. Polar's recall reference number is C17AB.
You can also check your trailer's VIN for open recalls to confirm whether it is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Polar Tank SRJ7 Trailer | 2018 |
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