Recall 04V-382: 2002 Polar Trailer

POLAR TANK TRAILER, LLC. recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Aug 3, 2004, covering about 1 vehicles.

NHTSA number
04V-382
Report date
Aug 3, 2004
Vehicles affected
1
Owners notified
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The problem

One (1) tank trailer, VIN number 1pm53432021025056, equipped with bendix ec-30t electronic control unit (Ecu), the high side power switch inside the ECU that controls the illumination of the trailer-mounted ABS warning lamp may eventually become thermally stressed and experience an electrical short.

The risk

If the power switch shorts it can result in an over-current condition in the ECU and lead to excessive heat, smoke, and possible fire.

The fix

Bendix will replace the ec-30t ECU with another unit. The owner should contact bendix at 1-800-478-1793.

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

ManufacturerPOLAR TANK TRAILER, LLC.
ComponentService Brakes, Air › Antilock › Abs Warning Light
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number04V382000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Polar Trailer2002All 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-382?

One (1) tank trailer, VIN number 1pm53432021025056, equipped with bendix ec-30t electronic control unit (Ecu), the high side power switch inside the ECU that controls the illumination of the trailer-mounted ABS warning lamp may eventually become thermally stressed and experience an electrical short.

How is recall 04V-382 fixed?

Bendix will replace the ec-30t ECU with another unit. The owner should contact bendix at 1-800-478-1793.

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.