Recall 98V-126: 1998 Dorsey Dolly, 1997–1999 Dorsey Trailer
DORSEY TRAILERS, INC. recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Jun 8, 1998, covering about 1,534 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: platform trailers and dollies. The tubing installed in the air brake system on the platform trailers was not recommended for use with the tubing fittings used in the air brake system and the tubing installed on the dollies does not have the proper labeling and minimum burst strength. This does not comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 106, "brake hoses."
The risk
If the tubing in the supply (Emergency) line bursts or becomes disengaged from a fitting, the trailer can experience a panic stop without prior warning to the driver. If the tubing in the control (Service) line bursts, the trailer can be operating without service brakes.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the brake system tubing and replace the noncompliant tubing installed in the brake system.
Notes
Owner notification is expected to begin june 22, 1998.owners who take their trailers to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact dorsey trailers at 1-334-897-5711.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 | DORSEY TRAILERS, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Air › Supply › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 98V126000 |
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 98V-126?
Vehicle description: platform trailers and dollies. The tubing installed in the air brake system on the platform trailers was not recommended for use with the tubing fittings used in the air brake system and the tubing installed on the dollies does not have the proper labeling and minimum burst strength. This does not comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 106, "brake hoses."
How is recall 98V-126 fixed?
Dealers will inspect the brake system tubing and replace the noncompliant tubing installed in the brake system.
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.