The problem
Nissan diesel is recalling 10 my 2008 ud3300 trucks equipped with arvin meritor 2-speed rear axle. The length of the air brake hose installed between the relay valve and quick release valve for the left rear air brake assembly is incorrect and may increase the resistance in the air supply.
The risk
Incorrect length of air brake hose will increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will have the air brake hose replaced between the relay valve and the quick release valve with the correct length hose free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before may 4, 2009. Owners may contact nissan diesel at 972-756-5500.
Contacts
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.Safercar.Gov>http://www.Safercar.Gov</a> .
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized UD dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 09V111000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.