Bendix · United States · Crit
Bendix ADB22X: Service brakes — disc
Affects Bendix ADB22X · — — about 17K vehicles.
The hazard
The dragging brakes may lead to high temperatures at the wheel end, increasing the risk of fire.
What to do
Bendix will notify the school bus manufacturers that purchased the brake calipers. Dealers for those manufacturers will install a new caliper with an updated clearance adjustment mechanism, free of charge. The recall began May 21, 2019. Owners may contact Bendix customer service at 1-877-345-9526.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational