The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·19E056000·Announced 2019-08-22

ZF Brake Calipers Recalled for Incorrect Assembly Fluid and Drag Risk

ZF North America is recalling brake calipers that may contain incorrect assembly fluid, causing seals to swell and brakes to drag.

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 calipers) that affects braking ability and increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

ZF Group North America, Inc. (ZF) is recalling certain brake calipers. The defect involves the use of incorrect assembly fluid during manufacturing, which can cause the seals to swell and result in the brakes dragging.

Brake drag may lead to overheating of the brake pads, which affects braking ability and increases the risk of a crash. ZF has notified the affected vehicle manufacturers, who will conduct recalls to remedy the vehicles free of charge.

Owners may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.safercar.gov for more information.

The recalled product

Product
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER recall
Manufacturer
ZF North America, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Brake System
Hazard
Affected units
6,377

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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