The problem
Vehicle description: trailers equipped with meritor rhp suspensions. These trailers exceed the brake actuation and release requirements of fmvss no. 121, "Air brake systems."
The risk
Increased braking distance can occur increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix
Dealers will change the number of hoses and fittings in the air system.
Contacts
Owner notification began march 16, 1998. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact strick at 1-215-949-4712. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
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 Strick dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 98V124000.
- 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.