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Frazer RAM 5500 Chassis Recall 20V313: Rear brake line can wear and cause loss of rear brakes

NHTSA campaign 20V313, reported May 28, 2020, 76 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

On certain emergency vehicles with RAM chassis, the flexible rear brake caliper line may be routed so it rubs against a suspension component. Over time this can wear the line, possibly causing brake fluid to leak. A leak can lead to partial or complete loss of the rear brakes, which increases the risk of a crash.

Dealers will inspect the rear brake caliper flexible lines for wear, install a kit to change how the line is mounted, and replace worn brake lines if needed. All repairs are free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 1, 2020. Owners can contact Frazer customer service at 1-888-372-9371, and should check their VIN for open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 20V313Frazer
Component
SERVICE BRAKES; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS; SUSPENSION:REAR
Problem
Frazer is recalling certain 2019-2020 emergency vehicles built on RAM 4500 and 5500 chassis, equipped with certain Compressible Liquid Adaptive Suspension Systems (C.L.A.S.S.), part numbers DS135RS3A, DS135RS3AF, DS135RS3-DM. The rear brake caliper flexible line may have been routed so that it contacts a suspension component, possibly causing excessive wear and a loss of rear brakes.
Risk
A worn rear brake caliper flexible line may cause brake fluid leakage which may result in a partial or complete loss of the rear brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Frazer will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear brake caliper flexible lines for wear and install a kit to modify the rear brake caliper flexible line mounting, and if necessary, a kit to replace worn brake lines, free of charge. This recall is expected to begin June 1, 2020. Owners may contact Frazer customer service at 1-888-372-9371.
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.

Affected vehicles

Frazer RAM 4500 Chassis20192020
Frazer RAM 5500 Chassis20192020