Recall 00V-249: 2000–2001 Ravens Eclipses, 2000–2001 Ravens Magnum and 1 more

RAVENS, INC. recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Sep 6, 2000, covering about 648 vehicles.

NHTSA number
00V-249
Report date
Sep 6, 2000
Vehicles affected
648
Owners notified
Sep 15, 2000

The problem

Vehicle description: flatbed and dump trailers. These vehicles utilize gunite corporation model 2764 cast steel brake drums and a combination of steel or aluminum wheels produced by other manufacturers. These drums bear date codes between "162 99" and "225 99," inclusive. A stress crack in the metal on the inside brake drum face diameter can occur, resulting in a complete separation from the brake drum.

The risk

This condition could cause a loss of braking capability.

The fix

Dealers will replace all of the cast iron brake drums. Gunite will conduct and inspection/repair/replacement program at no charge to the consumer. 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 gunite customer service at 800-677-3786.

Notes

Owner notification began september 19, 2000. 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 trailstar at 1-800-235-5635 or guinite at 1-800-553-6691. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerRAVENS, INC.
ComponentService Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Drum › Shoes/Linings
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number00V249001

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Ravens Eclipses2000, 2001All years
Ravens Magnum2000, 2001All years
Ravens Terminator2000, 2001All years

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-249?

Vehicle description: flatbed and dump trailers. These vehicles utilize gunite corporation model 2764 cast steel brake drums and a combination of steel or aluminum wheels produced by other manufacturers. These drums bear date codes between "162 99" and "225 99," inclusive. A stress crack in the metal on the inside brake drum face diameter can occur, resulting in a complete separation from the brake drum.

How is recall 00V-249 fixed?

Dealers will replace all of the cast iron brake drums. Gunite will conduct and inspection/repair/replacement program at no charge to the consumer. 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 gunite customer service at 800-677-3786.

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.