Mertz Custom Trailer: Parking brake — air

Affects Mertz Custom Trailer · 2008–2018 — about 475 vehicles.

The hazard

If a plastic connector fails, a loss of service brakes will occur or the emergency brakes will activate unexpectedly. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.

What to do

Mertz has notified owners and will provide metal brake line connections to replace the plastic connections. The recall began March, 29, 2019. Owners may contact Mertz customer service at 1-580-767-8404. Mertz's number for this recall is M18-098.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational