Heil · United States · Crit
Heil Flatbed, Petroleum Pull Trailer +2 more: Parking brake
Affects Heil Flatbed, Petroleum Pull Trailer, Dry Bulk Trailer, Crude Trailer · 2014–2016 — about 203 vehicles.
The hazard
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.
What to do
Heil will contact owners and Bendix will provide a remedy kit, complete with instructions, to repair any affected SR-5 trailer relay valves, free of charge. The recall began on September 23, 2016. Owners may contact Heil customer service at 1-800-400-6913.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational