Service brakes, airRecall 17V-735 · 2017 Heil Cargo Tank
Burch Tank and Truck recall 17V-735 covers 2 2017 Heil Cargo Tank for a service brakes, air problem, reported to NHTSA on November 20, 2017. The manufacturer's latest report (2017 Q4) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 17V735000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Burch Tank and Truck (Burch) is recalling certain 2017 Heil Cargo tank trailers, equipped with MPA/MTA suspensions and Meritor EX225 brakes. The brake caliper bolts on these axles may not be properly torqued which can allow the caliper to detach from the mounting flange.
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
Burch has notified owners, and fleets will be reimbursed by Meritor to inspect the bolts, and replace any loose or missing ones. The recall began on October 3, 2017. Owners may contact Burch customer service at 1-800-882-7640 or the Meritor call center at 1-866-668-7221.
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 May 18, 2017 to September 11, 2017. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.