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Recall 00V-249: 1999 Rhodes AA2460-3, 1999–2000 Rhodes AA2460-4 and 26 more

RHODES TRAILERS recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Nov 27, 2000, covering about 50 vehicles.

NHTSA number
00V-249
Report date
Nov 27, 2000
Vehicles affected
50
Owners notified
Nov 10, 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 november 10, 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 rhodes at 1-304-863-8078 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

ManufacturerRHODES TRAILERS
ComponentService Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Drum › Shoes/Linings
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number00V249004

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Rhodes AA2460-31999All years
Rhodes AA2460-41999, 2000All years
Rhodes AF2254-22000All years
Rhodes AF3970-22000All years
Rhodes AQ2254-22000All years
Rhodes ARS2254-22000All years
Rhodes Arsml2460-31999All years
Rhodes Arsml2466-32000All years
Rhodes Arsmp1960-51999All years
Rhodes AS2454-22000All years
Rhodes AS2460-22000All years
Rhodes AS2660-22000All years
Rhodes AS2660-32000All years
Rhodes AS2660-42000All years
Rhodes Asml2460-31999All years
Rhodes Asml2466-31999All years
Rhodes Asml2566-41999All years
Rhodes Asmp19566-51999All years
Rhodes Asmp1966-52000All years
Rhodes Asmp2566-41999All years
Rhodes Asmp26866-72000All years
Rhodes SAS2454-21999All years
Rhodes SQF2254-22000All years
Rhodes SQF2260-22000All years
Rhodes Srsml2854-41999, 2000All years
Rhodes Srsml2860-52000All years
Rhodes Srsmp1760-32000All years
Rhodes Ssml2760-41999All 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.