ZF North America, Inc. is recalling certain Axles equipped with radial air disk brakes
— Recall Campaign #18E025000
ZF North America, Inc. (ZF) is recalling certain Axles equipped with radial air disk brakes. Surface roughness of a guide pin in the radial brake calipers may cause the brake carriage guide pin support bolt to break.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 2,430 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
18E025000
| Manufacturer: | ZF North America, Inc. |
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| Recall date: | April 26, 2018 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 18E025000 |
| Units affected: | 2,430 |
- Description:
- ZF North America, Inc. (ZF) is recalling certain Axles equipped with radial air disk brakes. Surface roughness of a guide pin in the radial brake calipers may cause the brake carriage guide pin support bolt to break.
- Consequeces:
- Breakage of the guide pin can cause loss of braking ability or loss of tire pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- ZF has notified the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the affected axles. ZF will provide a rebushing kit at no charge to repair the brake. The recall began on June 25, 2018. Owners may contact ZF customer service at 1-734-416-6200.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.