CarRecallWatch- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:QUICK RELEASE VALVE
- Problem
- John Evans Manufacturing Co. (John Evans) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Flatbed trailers. 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
- John Evans 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 John Evans 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 may degrade over time and allow brake system air to leak. This can cause the emergency brakes to engage partially or fully while driving.
When the emergency brakes apply unexpectedly, the wheel ends can overheat or the trailer can drag, slowing or stopping the vehicle. This increases the risk of a crash.
Owners will be notified by John Evans Manufacturing Co. Authorized service centers will install heavy duty diaphragms in the quick release valves at no cost. Owners can contact John Evans customer service at 1-704-436-2590, and should check their VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Evans Flatbed Trailer | 20172018 |
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