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DEFECT #1 - PARKING BRAKE
Posted on: 2016-07-11
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.
Consequence
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.
Corrective Action
The remedy for this recall is still under development. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact polar tank customer service at 1-320-746-2255.
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.