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Safety Recalls of Polar Trailer Vehicles

There have been 2 safety recalls for the Polar Trailer. The most recent recalls are shown below. Table 1 and Table 2 show the historical recalls and the recall statistics by the model year of the Polar Trailer.

NHTSA Recall #: 04V382000; Aug. 3, 2004

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: 2002 Polar Trailer

Component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT

Recall Summary: One (1) tank trailer, VIN number 1pm53432021025056, equipped with bendix ec-30t electronic control unit (ecu), 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. ... Details of this recall goto detail

NHTSA Recall #: 02V139008; Aug. 15, 2002

This condition can result in the affected vehicles being unable to apply the trailer parking/emergency spring brakes during parking in the event of a trailer supply line failure. Unintended rollaway could occur, possibly resulting in personal injury or death to the vehicle occupant or any bystanders.

Recalled Vehicles: 2000 Polar Trailer, 2001 Polar Trailer, 2002 Polar Trailer

Component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:CHECK VALVE

Recall Summary: On certain trailers equipped with bendix sr-2, sr-4, and sr-5 trailer spring brake valve assemblies, the molded rubber face of the inlet/exhaust valve (I/e valve) component of the affected valves can separate from the valve's metal insert.... Details of this recall goto detail

Table 1. Historical Recalls of Polar Trailer Vehicles

Date	Component	Vehicle Affected
Aug. 3, 2004	Service Brakes, Air:antilock:abs Warning Light	1
Aug. 15, 2002	Service Brakes, Air:supply:check Valve	208

Table 2. Recall Statistics of Polar Trailer Model Years

Model	# Recalls
2002 Polar Trailer	2
2001 Polar Trailer	1
2000 Polar Trailer	1