The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·18E109000·Announced 2018-11-28

TSE Brakes Recalls Air Brake Actuators Due to Washer Fracture Risk

TSE Brakes is recalling specific Air Brake Actuators because mounting washers may fracture, potentially reducing braking ability and 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 in the braking system that increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

TSE Brakes is recalling certain Air Brake Actuators with part numbers 3030TVW3UL-4201, 3030TLW3OE-4071, 3030TL2-3769, and 20SCLW2. The recall involves 264 units where the washers used for mounting the actuators may fracture. This defect allows the actuators to loosen, which can potentially reduce the vehicle's braking ability.

A reduction in braking performance can lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. The recall began on January 7, 2019.

TSE Brakes will notify owners, and dealers will replace the flat mounting washer free of charge. Owners may contact TSE Brake customer service at 1-256-736-6275 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
SERVICE BRAKES recall
Manufacturer
TSE Brakes
Category
Vehicle — Braking System
Hazard
Affected units
264

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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