Equipter Rb4000 — Service brakes, hydraulic
Published May 13, 2013 · Recall initiated: May 13, 2013
Summary
NHTSA records recall 13V191000, published May 13, 2013. Recalling firm: New Heights LLC; Equipter Rb4000 — Service brakes, hydraulic.
What's the hazard
New Heights LLC (New Heights) is recalling certain Equipter RB4000 dump trailers manufactured December 8, 2011, through December 21, 2011. These vehicles are equipped with Carlisle hydraulic brake actuators. One of the rotating components in the hydraulic pump for the brakes missed a heat treat operation causing the actuator to wear at a higher than normal rate. As a result, the hydraulic pump could fail and result in a loss of braking ability in the trailer.
What to do
New Heights will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hydraulic pump actuators free of charge. Owners may contact New Heights at 1-717-768-0070.
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Recall details
- Brand
- EQUIPTER
- Model
- RB4000
- Manufacturer
- New Heights LLC
- Lot
- EQUIPTER RB4000
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Equipter Rb4000 — Service brakes, hydraulic recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 13V191000 on May 13, 2013. Reported hazard: New Heights LLC (New Heights) is recalling certain Equipter RB4000 dump trailers manufactured December 8, 2011, through December 21, 2011. These vehicles are equipped with Carlisle hydraulic brake actuators. One of the rotating components in the hydraulic pump for the brakes missed a heat treat operation causing the actuator to wear at a higher than normal rate. As a result, the hydraulic pump could fail and result in a loss of braking ability in the trailer.
What should I do if I have this product?
New Heights will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hydraulic pump actuators free of charge. Owners may contact New Heights at 1-717-768-0070.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: EQUIPTER. Model: RB4000.