The problem
The hoses on the involved vehicles may not have been properly installed. As a result, air leakage could occur. This constitutes a non-compliance to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 106, "Brake hoses". Complete failure will however, actuate the tractor protection valve and the trailer parking brakes will be applied automatically.
The fix
The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the hose assembly, free of charge.
Contacts
Vehicle description: trucks.System: service brakes; hose assembly.Consequences of defect: partial or complete loss of service brakes could occurresulting in loss of vehicle control and an accident.
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 White Truck dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 77V007000.
- 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.