NHTSA Recall 98V121002
NHTSA Campaign Id 98V121002; Date: Aug. 29, 1998
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.
Recalled Vehicles:
1994 Strick Trailer; 1995 Strick Trailer; 1996 Strick Trailer; 1997 Strick Trailer; 1998 Strick Trailer
Component: Service Brakes, Air:slack Adjusters
Manufactured by: Strick Corporation
Affected Units:: 45
Recall Summary:
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. "
How to Fix:
Midland will provide owners with a modification kit which will make the brake system compliant.
Recall Notes:
Midland is conducting the owner notification and remedy campaign for this recall. Owner notification began during April 1998. Owners who do not receive the free modification kit within a reasonable time should contact midland-grau at 1-316-365-6911 or orion at 1-315-768-8101. 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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