Recall 00V-232: 1998–2000 Magnum Terminal Tractor
KALMAR INDUSTRIES USA, INC. recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Aug 25, 2000, covering about 154 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks built with bendix air ABS with an ec-17 1030r electronic control unit (Ecu), there have been reports of unwanted ABS activation at low speeds caused by 1) chafed ABS wheel speed sensor wires on rotating parts or 2) a damaged component at the wheel end that generates a certain type of erratic sensor signal.
The risk
This condition could cause the ABS ECU to exhaust the air at the air brake modulators for one or more of the wheels. This could result in extended braking distances and a possible crash.
The fix
Bendix is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Dealers will replace the ABS ECU. 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 or kalmar/magnum at 1-903-759-5490.
Notes
Owner notification is expected to begin during september 2000. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | KALMAR INDUSTRIES USA, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Air › Antilock |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 00V232006 |
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-232?
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks built with bendix air ABS with an ec-17 1030r electronic control unit (Ecu), there have been reports of unwanted ABS activation at low speeds caused by 1) chafed ABS wheel speed sensor wires on rotating parts or 2) a damaged component at the wheel end that generates a certain type of erratic sensor signal.
How is recall 00V-232 fixed?
Bendix is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Dealers will replace the ABS ECU. 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 or kalmar/magnum at 1-903-759-5490.
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.