NHTSA Recall 03V484000
NHTSA Campaign Id 03V484000; Date: Nov. 19, 2003
If the power switch shorts, it can result in an over-current condition in the ecu and lead to excessive heat, smoke, and possible fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2001 Superior Trailer; 2002 Superior Trailer; 2003 Superior Trailer
Component: Electrical System
Manufactured by: Superior Manufacturing, Inc.
Affected Units:: 36
Recall Summary:
On certain dump 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.
How to Fix:
Bendix will provide a remedy kit and 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 superior at 1-888-877-5674.
Recall Notes:
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
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