Caliper Bolts Improperly Torqued – 1984 Burch Evans Cargo Tank Trailers

NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V776
Manufacturer Burch Tank and Truck
Components SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Potential Number of Units Affected 1

 

Caliper Bolts Improperly Torqued

If the caliper bolts are improperly torqued and the caliper detaches from the mounting flange, a loss of braking ability would occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

 

Summary

Burch Tank and Truck (Burch) is recalling certain 1984 Evans Cargo Tank trailers, equipped with MPA/MTA suspensions and MeritoreBay logo EX225 brakes. The brake caliper bolts on these axles may not be properly torqued which can allow the caliper to detach from the mounting flange.

 

Remedy

Burch has notified owners, and fleets will be reimbursed by MeritoreBay logo to inspect the bolts, and replace any loose or missing ones. The recall began on October 3, 2017. Owners may contact Burch customer service at 1-800-882-7640 or the MeritoreBay logo call center at 1-866-668-7221.

 

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

 


September 27, 2017

 


December 14, 2017

 


 

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