Recall 77V-148: 1975–1977 Trailmobile Trailmobile

TRAILMOBILE INC. recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Sep 19, 1977, covering about 67 vehicles.

NHTSA number
77V-148
Report date
Sep 19, 1977
Vehicles affected
67
Owners notified
Sep 14, 1977

The problem

The involved vehicles fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems", in that a 3/8-inch diameter red synflex tubing was incorrectly installed. The tubing may have been installed so that the two air reservoirs are directly connected and both reservoirs would be affected if service brake air pressure is lost. Reduced air pressure in both reservoirs will not allow the parking brakes to be completey released.

The fix

Dealer will reroute the tubing to comply with the safety standard, at no charge to owner.

Notes

Vehicle description: trailers.system: parking brakes; air reservoir tubing.consequences of defect: since the trailer would be rendered immobile, thepossibility of a collision with other vehicles exists.

Recall details

ManufacturerTRAILMOBILE INC.
ComponentService Brakes, Air › Supply › Reservoir/Tank
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number77V148000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Trailmobile Trailmobile1975, 1976, 1977All 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 77V-148?

The involved vehicles fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems", in that a 3/8-inch diameter red synflex tubing was incorrectly installed. The tubing may have been installed so that the two air reservoirs are directly connected and both reservoirs would be affected if service brake air pressure is lost. Reduced air pressure in both reservoirs will not allow the parking brakes to be completey released.

How is recall 77V-148 fixed?

Dealer will reroute the tubing to comply with the safety standard, at no charge to owner.

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.