Cobra Quad-Axle Dump Trailer, Tri-Axle Dump Trailer +1 more: Brakes

Affects Cobra Quad-Axle Dump Trailer, Tri-Axle Dump Trailer, Tandem Dump Trailer · 2007 — about 35 vehicles.

The hazard

On certain dump trailers, brass fittings used in the air brake system and auxiliary air operated devices may not have been manufactured to specs. The threaded end could separate, resulting in a loss of air pressure causing the brakes to engage suddenly. This sudden brake application presents the potential for rear impact from following vehicles as the brake lights will not be activated during this event. Correction: HaulTec will replace all air brake system brass fittings.

What to do

Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.

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