Brenner Liquid Tank recalled over injury risk

Recall date

June 30, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Brenner Tank, LLC recalls 2015–2017 Brenner Liquid Tank

Recall number

16V489000

Brand / firm

Brenner

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 179 units

Why it was recalled

If there is a delay of the spring brake application, the trailer may roll away after it has decoupled from the tractor, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

What was recalled

Brenner Tank, LLC (Brenner) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Liquid Tank trailers manufactured March 14, 2013, to March 30, 2016, equipped with certain Bendix SR-5 spring brake valves. These valves may have been improperly machined which may cause a delay of application of the spring brakes while parking.

What to do

The remedy for this recall is still under development. An interim notice was sent to owners on August 22, 2016. Owners may contact Brenner Customer Service Department at 1-800-558-8265.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.