The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·16V019000·Announced 2016-01-19

Western Trailer Chip B-Train Recalled for Brake Drag Fire Risk

Western Trailer is recalling 2015-2016 Chip B-Train trailers due to brake drag that may cause wheel end fires. Brake chambers have already been replaced.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (brake drag) that may result in a wheel end fire, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Western Trailer Company is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chip B-Train trailers manufactured between December 29, 2014, and February 26, 2015. These vehicles are equipped with certain Haldex Life Seal Type 30/30 Long Stroke Air Brake Actuators.

The recall addresses a defect where an improperly seated diaphragm in the brake chamber may cause brake drag. This condition may result in a wheel end fire.

Western has notified affected owners, and the brake chambers have already been replaced free of charge. Owners may contact Western customer service at 1-888-344-2539 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
WESTERN TRAILER CHIP B-TRAIN
Brand
WESTERN TRAILER
Manufacturer
WESTERN TRAILER COMPANY
Category
Vehicle — Trailer
Hazard
Affected units
5

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • CHIP B-TRAIN

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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