- The problem
- On certain trailers equipped with bendix sr-2, sr-4, and sr-5 trailer spring brake valve assemblies, the molded rubber face of the inlet/exhaust valve (i/e valve) component of the affected valves can separate from the valve's metal insert. Air can be trapped by a separated i/e valve causing it to balloon and block the exhaust passage of the trailer spring brake circuit.
- The risk
- This condition can result in the affected vehicles being unable to apply the trailer parking/emergency spring brakes during parking in the event of a trailer supply line failure. Unintended rollaway could occur, possibly resulting in personal injury or death to the vehicle occupant or any bystanders.
- The fix
- Bendix will notify customers and provide a repair kit and installation instructions free of charge. 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 440-329-9000 or strick at 704-436-2441.
Vehicle safety record
1998 Strick Trailer Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1998 Strick Trailer with NHTSA, most often about the equipment & accessories (1). It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in August 2002 for the check valve. For comparison, the 1997 has 0 and the 1999 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical Trailer year, for its age
#368 most complained-about 1998 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1998 Strick Trailer problems
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1998 Strick Trailer recalls 3
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
- The problem
- Vehicle description: trailers equipped with maxibrake I actuators, type 20, type 24, type 30, and type 36. These brake actuators do not have an overstroke indicator. This does not comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 121, "Air brake systems."
- The risk
- This condition can lead to reduced brake output if the brakes or not properly adjusted or when it is used without an automatic brake adjusting mechanism.
- The fix
- Midland will provide owners with a modification kit which will make the brake system compliant.
- 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.
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 1998 Strick Trailer
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Tl*the contact owns a stehl tow car dolly. The contact was utilizing the dolly on bumpy roads. He looked at the straps and noticed that one of them had become completely loose. He suspected that the design of the locking system was very poor, which caused the straps to loosen. The manufacturer offered to repair or replace the dolly. The contact felt that it was a serious safety issue because the vehicle could detach from the dolly at 60 mph. The vin and mileages were unknown.
Strick Trailer: every year compared
All Trailer yearsQuestions about the 1998 Strick Trailer
Does the 1998 Strick Trailer have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 1998 Strick Trailer: check valve (August 2002); slack adjusters (August 1998); hoses, lines / piping, and fittings (June 1998). 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 1998 Strick Trailer?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the equipment & accessories (1).
How many complaints has the 1998 Strick Trailer had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on July 9, 2009 and the latest on July 9, 2009. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1998 Strick Trailer a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 32 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Strick 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.
Which Strick Trailer years have the most complaints?
1998 (1), 2001 (1). See every Strick Trailer year compared.
What should I do if my 1998 Strick 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