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SevereNHTSA·17V646000·Announced 2017-10-12

West-Mark Recalls 2011 Tanker Trailer Due to Brake Caliper Bolt Issue

West-Mark is recalling one 2011 tanker trailer because brake caliper bolts may not be properly torqued, which could cause the calipers to detach and result in a loss of braking ability.

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 in the braking system that could lead to a loss of braking ability and a crash, which aligns with the rubric criteria for a Severe (4) rating.

Plain-English summary

West-Mark is recalling one 2011 2TANCX3A tanker trailer manufactured with an MPA/MTA suspension equipped with Meritor EX225 brakes. The recall addresses a defect where the brake caliper bolts on the axle may not be properly torqued. This condition can allow the calipers to detach from the mounting flange, causing the vehicle to fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake System."

If the caliper bolts are improperly torqued and the caliper detaches, a loss of braking ability would occur, increasing the risk of a crash. The source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities associated with this defect.

West-Mark will notify the owner, and a dealer will inspect the bolts, replacing any loose or missing ones, free of charge. The recall began on October 26, 2017. Owners may contact West-Mark customer service at 1-800-692-5844. West-Mark's number for this recall is C17AB. 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.

The recalled product

Product
WEST-MARK TANKER
Brand
WEST-MARK
Manufacturer
West-Mark
Category
Vehicle — Trailer
Hazard
Affected units
1

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)

  • TANKER

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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