Recall 01V-319: 2001 Brenner Tank Trailer

The problem

Vehicle description: trailers equipped with bendix antilock brake system (Abs) electronic control module (Ecu). The ABS on these vehicles does not contain the industry standard power line carrier (Plc) chip required to provide an ABS malfunction signal to the towing vehicle as required by FMVSS no. 121, "air brake systems."

The risk

Without the plc chip in the trailer ECU module, the ABS malfunction signal to the towing vehicle will not function.

The fix

Dealers will replace the ECU module. Owner notification began october 9, 2001. 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 brenner at 1-800-558-9750.

Notes

Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

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 01V-319?

Vehicle description: trailers equipped with bendix antilock brake system (Abs) electronic control module (Ecu). The ABS on these vehicles does not contain the industry standard power line carrier (Plc) chip required to provide an ABS malfunction signal to the towing vehicle as required by FMVSS no. 121, "air brake systems."

How is recall 01V-319 fixed?

Dealers will replace the ECU module. Owner notification began october 9, 2001. 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 brenner at 1-800-558-9750.

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.