2000 Heil Trailer Problems: 0 Complaints, 2 Recalls

The worst 2000 Heil Trailer problems

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Service brakes, air: antilock: ABS warning lightReported October 15, 2003 · 171 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain 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.
Risk: In an over-current condition in the ecu and lead to excessive heat, smoke, and possible fire.
Remedy: 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 heil at 1‑800‑400‑6913.

Recall number 03V397000 · Recall details

Service brakes, air: supply: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsReported April 3, 2000 · 6 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle equipment: petroleum tanker trailers equiped with bendix air brake system air dryers. The retaining bolts for the reed covers on either end of the trailer air dryer may crack causing the bolt heads to come off.
Risk: The air brake system can leak air out from the air dryer causing a low air warning buzzer and eventually the trailer parking brakes coming to full apply or the trailer's parking brakes can engage without prior warning.
Remedy: Bendix is conducting the owner notification for this recall. Owners are instructed to contact bendix at 1‑800‑478‑1793 to receive a replacement unit. Bendix will replace the trailer air dryers without charge.

Recall number 00V127001 · Recall details

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

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Is the 2000 Heil Trailer reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2000 Heil Trailer.

What is the most common problem with the 2000 Heil Trailer?

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How many recalls does the 2000 Heil Trailer have?

2 recalls, covering service brakes, air.

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