The problem
The involved vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "Air brake systems", in regard to defective brake application and improper release time. Also, the anti-lock valves were manufactured with an anti-lock piston which, with extended use, may stick. This prevents air from being delivered to the air brake chambers supplied by these valves.
The fix
Dealer will either rebuild the valve or permanently disable the anti-lock system without charge.
Contacts
Vehicle description: trucks.System: service brakes; relay valve.Consequences of defect: this condition would result in a partial loss ofbraking action and extended vehicle stopping distances. This situation couldlead to 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 79V177000.
- 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.