Recall 00V-127: 1999–2000 Heil Trailer
HEIL TRAILER INTERNATIONAL recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Apr 3, 2000, covering about 6 vehicles.
The problem
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.
The 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.
The fix
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.
Notes
Bendix is conducting the owner notification for this campaign. Owners are instructed to contact bendix at 1-800-478-1793 to receive a replacement unit.if owners do not receive a replacement unit free of charge within a reasonable time should contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-to-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | HEIL TRAILER INTERNATIONAL |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Air › Supply › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 00V127001 |
Vehicles in this recall
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 00V-127?
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.
How is recall 00V-127 fixed?
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.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.