CarRecallWatch- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:QUICK RELEASE VALVE
- Problem
- Cheetah Chassis Corporation (Cheetah) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Bridgemaster, 2017 Extendable and 2017-2018 Maximizer, Tank, Gooseneck, and Heavy Duty trailer chassis. The air brake diaphragm on these vehicles may degrade and allow the brake system air to leak from the quick release valve causing the emergency brakes to engage.
- Risk
- Partial or full application of the emergency brakes can cause the wheel-end to overheat or a drag slowing or stopping the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Cheetah will notify owners, and service centers will install heavy duty diaphragms in the quick release valves, free of charge. The recall began on November 20, 2017. Owners may contact Cheetah customer service at 1-704-436-2590.
- 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
The air brake diaphragm in the quick release valve on certain trailer chassis may degrade over time. When this happens, brake system air can leak from the valve, causing the emergency brakes to partially or fully engage.
If the emergency brakes apply in whole or in part while driving, the wheel ends can overheat or the vehicle can drag, slowing or stopping it unexpectedly. This increases the risk of a crash.
Owners should contact Cheetah Chassis Corporation at 1-704-436-2590 or take the vehicle to an authorized service center. Cheetah will notify owners, and the remedy is free: service centers will install heavy duty diaphragms in the quick release valves at no charge. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Cheetah Bridgemaster Chassis | 20172018 |
|---|---|
| Cheetah Extendable Chassis | 2017 |
| Cheetah Gooseneck Chassis | 20172018 |
| Cheetah Heavy Duty Chassis | 20172018 |
| Cheetah Maximizer Chassis | 20172018 |
| Cheetah Tank Chassis | 20172018 |