- The problem
- On certain trailers equipped with bendix ec-30t electronic control units (ecu). If the trailer-mounted abs warning lamp circuit experiences an electrical short and the short is not repaired, the high side power switch inside the ecu that controls the illumination of the trailer-mounted abs warning lamp may eventually become thermally stressed and experience an electrical short.
- The risk
- In an over-current condition in the ecu and lead to excessive heat, smoke, and possible fire.
- The fix
- Detailed instructions and also provide a labor allowance for the repair. 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 bendix at 1-800-478-1793 or stephens pneumatics at 817-636-9004.
Vehicle safety record
2003 Stephens Trailer Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2003 Stephens Trailer with NHTSA, most often about the suspension (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in October 2003 for the ABS warning light. For comparison, the 2002 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical Trailer year, for its age
#427 most complained-about 2003 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2003 Stephens Trailer problems
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2003 Stephens Trailer recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
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1 complaints about the 2003 Stephens Trailer
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
TRAILER AXLE DEVELOPED A CRACK IN THE WELD. *AK
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All Trailer yearsQuestions about the 2003 Stephens Trailer
Does the 2003 Stephens Trailer have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2003 Stephens Trailer: ABS warning light (October 2003). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Stephens Trailer?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the suspension (1).
How many complaints has the 2003 Stephens Trailer had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on June 1, 2004 and the latest on June 1, 2004. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2003 Stephens Trailer a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 39 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Stephens Trailer year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
What should I do if my 2003 Stephens Trailer has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data