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DEFECT #1 - PARKING BRAKE
Posted on: 2016-07-11
Description
Manac, inc. (manac) is recalling certain model year 2016 flatbed trailers manufactured september 1, 2014, to september 30, 2014, and 2017-2018 van trailers manufactured january 1, 2015, to march 31, 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 manac, inc. At 1-418 228-2018.
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.