Recall 97V-086: 1994–1997 Rex RHK, 1994–1997 Rex RHM and 1 more

REXWORKS INC. recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on May 29, 1997, covering about 421 vehicles.

NHTSA number

97V-086

Report date

May 29, 1997

Vehicles affected

421

Owners notified

Jun 2, 1997

The problem

Vehicle description: truck mixers. The booster tag axle has an air brake system which works along with the truck's vehicle brake system. Nylon air tubing used to operate the mixer tag axle air brakes can fail.

The risk

Failure of the air brake tubing can cause a reduced capability of the braking system increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the black, semi-stiff, 1/2" tubing with 5/8" black tubing which bends easily and has a soft outer jacket.

Notes

Owner notification: owner notification began june 2, 1997.note: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 rexworks at 1-414-747-7361.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

Manufacturer	REXWORKS INC.
Component	Service Brakes, Air › Supply › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
Recall started by	the manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number	97V086000

Vehicles in this recall

Vehicle	Model years
Rex RHK	1994, 1995, 1996, 1997	All years
Rex RHM	1994, 1995, 1996, 1997	All years
Rex RHZ	1994, 1995, 1996, 1997	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 97V-086?

How is recall 97V-086 fixed?

Dealers will replace the black, semi-stiff, 1/2" tubing with 5/8" black tubing which bends easily and has a soft outer jacket.

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.