Recall 97V-238: 1996–1997 Dorsey Trailer, 1995 Dorsey Trailers
DORSEY TRAILERS, INC. recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Feb 17, 1998, covering about 2,021 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: trailers equipped with antilock braking system (Abs) electronic control units (Ecu) for over-the-road trailer applications. The cover seal (O-ring) may have been improperly installed in certain easy-stop trailer ABS electronic control units. An incorrectly installed seal could permit water to enter the ECU causing a fault to develop. This will cause the vehicle's trailer ABS warning lamp to illuminate immediately when the water contacts the board, deactivating all or part of the ABS.
The risk
If the warning lamp signal is ignored for a period of time, corrosion can develop eventually leaking to a complete loss of ECU function. The service brakes would continue to be fully functional.
The fix
Rockwell is conducting the notification and remedy for this recall. Dealers will replace the ECU on these trailers. 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 rockwell at 1-810-435-8001 or dorsey trailers at 1-334-897-5711.
Notes
Rockwell is conducting the notification and remedy for this recall and owner notification began december 12, 1997. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto sfety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | DORSEY TRAILERS, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 97V238003 |
Vehicles in this recall
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-238?
Vehicle description: trailers equipped with antilock braking system (Abs) electronic control units (Ecu) for over-the-road trailer applications. The cover seal (O-ring) may have been improperly installed in certain easy-stop trailer ABS electronic control units. An incorrectly installed seal could permit water to enter the ECU causing a fault to develop. This will cause the vehicle's trailer ABS warning lamp to illuminate immediately when the water contacts the board, deactivating all or part of the ABS.
How is recall 97V-238 fixed?
Rockwell is conducting the notification and remedy for this recall. Dealers will replace the ECU on these trailers. 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 rockwell at 1-810-435-8001 or dorsey trailers at 1-334-897-5711.
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.