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NHTSARecalled Jan 19, 2016 · #16V019000

Improperly Seated Brake Chamber Diaphragm

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Western Trailer Company (Western) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chip B-Train trailers manufactured December 29, 2014, to February 26, 2015, equipped with certain Haldex Life Seal Type 30/30 Long Stroke Air Brake Actuators. The affected vehicles may experience brake drag due to an improperly seated diaphragm in the brake chamber. Brake drag may result in a wheel end fire.

Product details

Product
Improperly Seated Brake Chamber Diaphragm
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Western Trailer Company
Model numbers
2016 Chip
UPCs

What you should do

Western has notified the affected owners and the brake chambers have already been replaced, free of charge. Owners may contact Western customer service at 1-888-344-2539.

View the official CPSC notice