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1998-2000 Reitnouer Big Bubba and Reitnouer Maxmiser recall: check valve

Reitnouer, Inc. reported this safety recall on October 13, 2003. It covers about 2,222 vehicles.

vehicles affected
2,222
reported
Oct 13, 2003

Service brakes, air: supply: check valve

What is wrong
On certain trailers equipped with sealco spring brake control valve assemblies incorporated in arvinmeritor axles, part no. 110800, there is a recessed area on top of the valve in which a brass guide pin fits down inside the body of the valve and is held in place by a steel snap ring. The recessed area allows accumulation of water, dirt, and/or chemicals to build up behind the snap ring to the point where it will no longer contain the guide pin resulting in a failure of the air valve.
Risk
Failure of the valve in an empty or lightly loaded trailer while the vehicle is in motion could result in a hard application of the spring brakes, possibly locking up the trailer wheels and resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Sealco will provide a repair kit and installation instructions to customers free of charge. 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 sealco at 602‑253‑1007 or reitnouer at 610‑929‑4856.

Recall number 03V385000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 03V385000

Is there a recall on the 1998-2000 Reitnouer Big Bubba and Reitnouer Maxmiser check valve?

Yes. Recall 03V385000, reported on October 13, 2003, covers about 2,222 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 03V385000?

Sealco will provide a repair kit and installation instructions to customers free of charge. 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 sealco at 602‑253‑1007 or reitnouer at 610‑929‑4856.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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