The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·21V883000·Announced 2021-11-12

Timpte Recalls 2022 Bulk Commodity Hopper Trailers Due to Brake Defect

Timpte is recalling 2022 Bulk Commodity Hopper trailers because improperly tightened screws may cause brake pressure loss, 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 can cause a loss of brake function, increasing the risk of a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for significant injury risk.

Plain-English summary

Timpte, Inc. is recalling certain 2022 Bulk Commodity Hopper trailers. The recall addresses a defect in the iABS Electronic Control Unit (ECU) where screws securing the bracket cover and end cover may have been improperly tightened. This condition can allow the screws to loosen and back out, resulting in a loss of pressure in the unit.

A loss of pressure in the iABS unit can cause a loss of brake function, which increases the risk of a crash. The defect is related to the service brakes, air system.

Dealers will replace the iABS ECU free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 15, 2021. Owners may contact Timpte customer service at 1-402-367-3056 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
TIMPTE BULK COMMODITY HOPPER
Brand
TIMPTE
Manufacturer
Timpte, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Trailer
Hazard
Affected units
67

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)

  • BULK COMMODITY HOPPER

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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