CarRecallWatch- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, AIR; SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER
- Problem
- Burch Tank and Truck (Burch) is recalling certain 1984 Evans Cargo Tank trailers, equipped with MPA/MTA suspensions and Meritor EX225 brakes. 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
- Burch has notified owners, and fleets will be reimbursed by Meritor to inspect the bolts, and replace any loose or missing ones. The recall began on October 3, 2017. Owners may contact Burch customer service at 1-800-882-7640 or the Meritor call center at 1-866-668-7221.
- 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 1984 cargo tank trailers with MPA/MTA suspensions and Meritor EX225 brakes may have brake caliper bolts that were not properly torqued. If these bolts are loose or missing, the caliper can detach from its mounting flange, causing a loss of braking ability and raising the risk of a crash.
Owners should contact Burch Tank and Truck customer service at 1-800-882-7640, or the Meritor call center at 1-866-668-7221, about this recall. Meritor will reimburse fleets for inspecting the caliper bolts and replacing any that are loose or missing. The recall began on October 3, 2017.
Repairs are free at an authorized dealer. 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
| Evans Cargo Tank | 1984 |
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