Recall 21E015000: Service Brakes, Air

NHTSA recall 21E015000 · announced February 18, 2021 · Bendix · 2,090 units affected

The problem

Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, LLC (Bendix) is recalling certain SC-3 Single Check Valves, part number K094964. The retainer may not be properly seated in the retainer groove, causing an air leak within the brake system. As such, these check valves fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

The risk

An air leak in the brake system can affect braking ability and increase the risk of a crash.

What to do

Bendix will notify vehicle manufacturers, and replace the SC-3 single check valves, free of charge. Owners may contact Bendix customer service at 1-877-345-9526.

Official NHTSA recall notice →

Notes

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.

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.