The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·14E036000·Announced 2014-07-03

Brake Parts Inc. Recalls Rear Wheel Brake Shoes Due to Detachment Risk

Brake Parts Inc. is recalling specific ACDelco, Carquest, Federated, and Raybestos rear wheel brake shoes because the lining may detach from the steel shoe, potentially reducing braking force or causing wheel lockup.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect in the braking system that could result in a vehicle crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Brake Parts Inc. (BPI) is recalling certain ACDelco, Carquest, Federated, and Raybestos rear wheel brake shoes manufactured between April 1, 2013, and April 19, 2014. The affected parts include specific part numbers from each brand, such as ACDelco 17855B and Carquest BS855. The recall involves 131,568 units.

The defect involves the brake lining potentially detaching from the steel shoe during operation. This detachment can reduce braking force, increasing stopping distance, or result in a wheel lockup condition that renders the vehicle undriveable. Either condition could result in a vehicle crash.

BPI will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake shoes free of charge. The recall began in July 2014. Owners may contact BPI customer service at 1-815-363-9000 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DRUM:SHOES/LININGS recall
Manufacturer
Brake Parts Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Brake Components
Hazard
Affected units
131,568

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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