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Our severity:SevereNHTSA·21E065000·Announced 2021-07-15

Continental Recalls Hydraulic Brake Units Due to Welding Defect

Continental Automotive is recalling specific Hydraulic Electronic MKC1 brake units because a welding deviation may cause the ABS rotor and shaft to separate, potentially reducing braking performance.

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

Continental Automotive Systems, Inc. is recalling certain Hydraulic Electronic MKC1 brake units with part numbers 10-1202 and 25-1202. The recall involves a deviation in the welding process that can cause the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) rotor and shaft to separate.

This defect may result in a reduction of braking assist and a loss of ABS functionality. A loss of braking assistance and ABS functionality can reduce overall braking performance, increasing the risk of a crash.

Continental Automotive will work with affected vehicle manufacturers to provide a remedy through their dealership networks. The manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. Owners may contact Continental Automotive customer service at 1-248-393-5300 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC recall
Manufacturer
Continental Automotive Systems, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Brakes
Hazard
Affected units
8,384

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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