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Lode King AHV45-3 Recall 24V021: Trailer ABS Wiring Error Can Reduce Braking Control

NHTSA campaign 24V021, reported January 18, 2024, 6 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain Lode King trailers, including 2019, 2021, 2022 and 2023 AHV45-3 models and 2024 Prestige AHV50-3 models equipped with a 2S2M or 4S2M anti-lock brake system, may have reversed sensor connections at the ABS computer. Because of this, the trailer does not fully meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 121 for air brake systems.

If a wheel locks up during braking, the ABS computer may apply the air brakes on the opposite side of the trailer. This can reduce braking effectiveness and increase the risk of a crash.

Dealers will correct the ABS computer connections free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2024. For help, contact Lode-King customer service at 1-204-325-4345 or toll free at 1-866-797-0669, and check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 24V021Lode-King Industries, Ltd.
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK
Problem
Lode-King Industries, Ltd (Lode-King) is recalling certain 2019, 2021-2023 Lode King AHV45-3 and 2024 Prestige AHV50-3 trailers equipped with a 2S2M or 4S2M ABS system. The anti-lock brake system (ABS) computer may have reversed sensor connections. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Risk
In the event of a wheel-lockup, the ABS computer may activate the air brakes on the opposite side of the trailer, reducing braking effectiveness and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will correct the ABS computer connections, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 05, 2024. Owners may contact Lode-King customer service at 1-204-325-4345 or 1-866-797-0669 (toll free).
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.nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

Lode King AHV45-32019202120222023
Lode King Prestige2024