Recall 11V-014: 2005–2008 Pitts Trailers HD-35, 2004–2008 Pitts Trailers LB-35 and 4 more
PITTS ENTERPRISES, INC recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Jan 19, 2011, covering about 3,650 vehicles.
The problem
Pitts enterprises is recalling certain model year 2005 through 2008 flatbed tractor trailers, models lt, LP, lb-35, hd-35, ta, and pt, manufactured from august 2004 through october 2008, equipped with the msqr 5000 differential pressure regulator/quick release valve device manufactured by air brake systems. The msqr 5000 does not contain the requisite warning light which fails to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems."
The risk
The purpose of the federal motor vehicle safety standard (Fmvss) for air brake systems, no. 121, is to insure safe braking performance under normal and emergency conditions. The msqr 5000, which was installed in the trailers subject to the recall to satisfy FMVSS no. 121's ABS requirements, does not meet the definition of an ABS as required by FMVSS no. 121. Also, the trailers do not have a light to warn the operator of an ABS malfunction as required by FMVSS no. 121. Pitts has received no complaints or reports of any onroad failures associated with this noncompliance.
The fix
Pitts enterprises will notify owners and dealers will replace the msqr 5000 system with a compliant system free of charge. The safety recall began on august 5, 2011. Owners may contact the sales department of pitts enterprises at 1-334-855-4754.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Recall details
| Manufacturer | PITTS ENTERPRISES, INC |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Air › Antilock › Abs Warning Light |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 11V014000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Pitts Trailers HD-35 | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Pitts Trailers LB-35 | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Pitts Trailers LP | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Pitts Trailers LT | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Pitts Trailers PT | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Pitts Trailers TA | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 | All 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 11V-014?
Pitts enterprises is recalling certain model year 2005 through 2008 flatbed tractor trailers, models lt, LP, lb-35, hd-35, ta, and pt, manufactured from august 2004 through october 2008, equipped with the msqr 5000 differential pressure regulator/quick release valve device manufactured by air brake systems. The msqr 5000 does not contain the requisite warning light which fails to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems."
How is recall 11V-014 fixed?
Pitts enterprises will notify owners and dealers will replace the msqr 5000 system with a compliant system free of charge. The safety recall began on august 5, 2011. Owners may contact the sales department of pitts enterprises at 1-334-855-4754.
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.