Recall 04V-288: 2004–2005 Trailmobile Trailer, 2004–2005 Trailmobile Van

TRAILMOBILE CANADA LIMITED recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Jun 10, 2004, covering about 1,224 vehicles.

NHTSA number
04V-288
Report date
Jun 10, 2004
Vehicles affected
1,224
Owners notified
Jun 24, 2004

The problem

On certain van trailers equipped with a specific brake chamber, the chamber has a pushrod length that is shorter than recommended.

The risk

This could result in reduced braking force under certain conditions, which could result in a crash.

The fix

Dealers will install an extension coupling on the brake chamber pushrod to lengthen it to the recommended dimension. Owner notification began on june 22, 2004. Owners should contact trailmobile at 1-800-823-3181, ext. 223.

Notes

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

Recall details

ManufacturerTRAILMOBILE CANADA LIMITED
ComponentService Brakes, Air › Disc › Chamber
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number04V288000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Trailmobile Trailer2004, 2005All years
Trailmobile Van2004, 2005All 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 04V-288?

On certain van trailers equipped with a specific brake chamber, the chamber has a pushrod length that is shorter than recommended.

How is recall 04V-288 fixed?

Dealers will install an extension coupling on the brake chamber pushrod to lengthen it to the recommended dimension. Owner notification began on june 22, 2004. Owners should contact trailmobile at 1-800-823-3181, ext. 223.

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.