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2002-2003 Jacobsen Trailer recall: electrical system

Jacobsen Trailer Inc. reported this safety recall on November 4, 2003. It covers about 17 vehicles.

vehicles affected
17
reported
Nov 4, 2003

Electrical system

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
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.
Remedy
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 jacobsen at 1‑559‑834‑5971.

Recall number 03V478000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 03V478000

Is there a recall on the 2002-2003 Jacobsen Trailer electrical system?

Yes. Recall 03V478000, reported on November 4, 2003, covers about 17 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 03V478000?

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 jacobsen at 1‑559‑834‑5971.

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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