Recall 04V-143: 1994–2000 Hale Parker
HALE TRAILER BRAKE & WHEEL, INC. recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Mar 16, 2004, covering about 143 vehicles.
The problem
On certain dump trailers equipped with sealco spring brake control valve assemblies incorporated in arvinmeritor axles, part nos. 110700 and 110800, there is a recessed area on top of the valve in which a brass guide pin fits down inside the body of the valve and is held in place by a steel snap ring. The recessed area allows accumulation of water, dirt, and/or chemicals to build up behind the snap ring to the point where it will no longer contain the guide pin resulting in a failure of the air valve.
The risk
Failure of the valve in an empty or lightly loaded trailer while the vehicle is in motion could result in a hard application of the spring brakes, possibly locking up the trailer wheels and resulting in a vehicle crash.
The fix
Dealers will install the brake valve. Owner notification began april 25, 2004. 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 hale at 610-395-7868 or sealco at 602-253-1007.
Notes
Also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | HALE TRAILER BRAKE & WHEEL, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Air › Supply › Check Valve |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 04V143000 |
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 04V-143?
On certain dump trailers equipped with sealco spring brake control valve assemblies incorporated in arvinmeritor axles, part nos. 110700 and 110800, there is a recessed area on top of the valve in which a brass guide pin fits down inside the body of the valve and is held in place by a steel snap ring. The recessed area allows accumulation of water, dirt, and/or chemicals to build up behind the snap ring to the point where it will no longer contain the guide pin resulting in a failure of the air valve.
How is recall 04V-143 fixed?
Dealers will install the brake valve. Owner notification began april 25, 2004. 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 hale at 610-395-7868 or sealco at 602-253-1007.
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.