The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·17V735000·Announced 2017-11-20

Burch Recalls 2017 Heil Cargo Tank Trailers Due to Brake Caliper Bolt Issue

Burch Tank and Truck is recalling 2017 Heil Cargo tank trailers because improperly torqued brake caliper bolts may allow the caliper to detach, increasing crash risk.

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 (brake caliper detachment) that results in a loss of braking ability and increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Burch Tank and Truck is recalling certain 2017 Heil Cargo tank trailers equipped with MPA/MTA suspensions and Meritor EX225 brakes. The recall addresses a defect where the brake caliper bolts on these axles may not be properly torqued, which can allow the caliper to detach from the mounting flange.

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 recall began on October 3, 2017.

Burch has notified owners, and fleets will be reimbursed by Meritor to inspect the bolts and replace any loose or missing ones. Owners may contact Burch customer service at 1-800-882-7640 or the Meritor call center at 1-866-668-7221. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
HEIL CARGO TANK
Brand
HEIL
Manufacturer
Burch Tank and Truck
Category
Vehicle — Trailer
Hazard
Affected units
2

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)

  • CARGO TANK

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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