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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 17V646000

2011 West-Mark Tanker — Service brakes, air: disc: caliper

Published October 16, 2017 · Recall initiated: October 12, 2017

Summary

NHTSA records recall 17V646000, published October 16, 2017 and initiated October 12, 2017. Recalling firm: West-Mark; 2011 West-Mark Tanker — Service brakes, air: disc: caliper.

What's the hazard

West-Mark is recalling one 2011 2TANCX3A tanker trailer manufactured with an MPA/MTA suspension equipped with Meritor EX225 brakes. The brake caliper bolts on this axle may not be properly torqued which can allow the calipers to detach from the mounting flange. As such, this vehicle fails to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake System.

What to do

West-Mark will notify the owner, and a dealer will inspect the bolts, replacing any loose or missing ones, free of charge. The recall began on October 26, 2017. Owners may contact West-Mark customer service at 1-800-692-5844. West-Mark's number for this recall is C17AB.

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Recall details

Brand
WEST-MARK
Model
TANKER
Manufacturer
West-Mark
Lot
2011 WEST-MARK TANKER
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2011 West-Mark Tanker — Service brakes, air: disc: caliper recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V646000 on October 16, 2017. Reported hazard: West-Mark is recalling one 2011 2TANCX3A tanker trailer manufactured with an MPA/MTA suspension equipped with Meritor EX225 brakes. The brake caliper bolts on this axle may not be properly torqued which can allow the calipers to detach from the mounting flange. As such, this vehicle fails to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake System.

What should I do if I have this product?

West-Mark will notify the owner, and a dealer will inspect the bolts, replacing any loose or missing ones, free of charge. The recall began on October 26, 2017. Owners may contact West-Mark customer service at 1-800-692-5844. West-Mark's number for this recall is C17AB.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: WEST-MARK. Model: TANKER.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)