Polar Tank Atb6 Trailer recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

January 20, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Entrans International, LLC recalls 2015 Polar Tank Atb6 Trailer, Apx0 Trailer, Srjh Trailer

Recall number

15V021000

Brand / firm

Polar Tank

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 10 units

Why it was recalled

If the diaphragm is not completely attached, there may be internal leakage from the service section past the diaphragm, potentially trapping air pressure in the parking brake section. This air pressure in turn, if not vented, may prevent full release of the actuator unit, and may induce brake drag and may result in overheated wheelend service brakes, increasing the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Polar Tank Trailer, LLC (Polar) is recalling certain model year 2015 SRJH, APX0, and ATB6 trailers manufactured August 27, 2014, to November 29, 2014, equipped with certain Haldex Life Seal Type 30/30 Long Stroke Air Brake Actuators manufactured January 9, 2014, to October 28, 2014. The affected actuators may have an incomplete attachment of the internal rubber diaphragm to the actuation mechanism of the parking brake section of the Life Seal actuator.

What to do

Polar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the actuators, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 2, 2015. Owners may contact Polar customer service at 1-320-746-2255. Polar's number for this recall is 14E075.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.