Disc: caliperRecall 17V-646 · 2011 West-Mark Tanker
West-Mark recall 17V-646 covers 1 2011 West-Mark Tanker for a disc: caliper problem, reported to NHTSA on October 12, 2017. The manufacturer's latest report (2017 Q4) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 17V646000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
West-Mark is recalling one 2011 2TANCX3A tanker trailer manufactured with an MPA/MTA suspension equipped with Meritor EX225 brakes. The brake caliper bolts on this axle may not be properly torqued which can allow the calipers to detach from the mounting flange. As such, this vehicle fails to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake System."
The risk
If the caliper bolts are improperly torqued and the caliper detaches from the mounting flange, a loss of braking ability would occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
West-Mark will notify the owner, and a dealer will inspect the bolts, replacing any loose or missing ones, free of charge. The recall began on October 26, 2017. Owners may contact West-Mark customer service at 1-800-692-5844. West-Mark's number for this recall is C17AB.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from October 1, 2010 to September 30, 2011. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.