Recall 00V-002: 1997–1998 Magnum Terminal Tractor
KALMAR INDUSTRIES USA, INC. recall for parking brake, reported to NHTSA on Mar 15, 2000, covering about 165 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with haldex manifold dash valves (Mdv) used in tractor and trailer parking brakes. These valves do not meet the requirements of FMVSS no. 121, "air brake systems." a loss of the isolation of the two brake system circuits can result in the loss of service brakes when there is another failure of one of the two brake circuits.
The risk
The loss of service brakes can occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Haldex is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Dealers will replace the suspect valves. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact haldex at 1-816-891-2470 or kalmar/magnum at 1-903-759-5490.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | KALMAR INDUSTRIES USA, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Parking Brake |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 00V002003 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Magnum Terminal Tractor | 1997, 1998 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 00V-002?
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with haldex manifold dash valves (Mdv) used in tractor and trailer parking brakes. These valves do not meet the requirements of FMVSS no. 121, "air brake systems." a loss of the isolation of the two brake system circuits can result in the loss of service brakes when there is another failure of one of the two brake circuits.
How is recall 00V-002 fixed?
Haldex is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Dealers will replace the suspect valves. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact haldex at 1-816-891-2470 or kalmar/magnum at 1-903-759-5490.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.