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NHTSARecalled Jul 11, 2016 · #16V524000

Improperly Machined Trailer Spring Brake Valve

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Polar Tank Trailer, LLC (Polar Tank) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 DOT 406, DOT 407, DOT 412, MC 331 and Non-Code trailers manufactured January 1, 2014, to April 28, 2016. These trailers are equipped with certain Bendix SR5 spring brake valves which may have been improperly machined which could cause a delay of application of the spring brakes while parking. If there is a delay of the spring brake application, the trailer may roll away after it has decoupled from the tractor, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Product details

Product
Improperly Machined Trailer Spring Brake Valve
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Entrans International, LLC
Model numbers
2016 DOT
UPCs

What you should do

Polar Tank Trailer will contact owners and provide a remedy kit, complete with instructions, to repair any affected SR-5 trailer relay valves, free of charge. The recall began on October 3, 2016. Owners may contact Polar Tank customer service at 1-320-746-2255.

View the official CPSC notice