Haldex Inversion Valve recalled over injury risk

Recall date

December 21, 2023

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Haldex Commercial Vehicle Systems recalls Haldex Inversion Valve

Recall number

23E097000

Brand / firm

Haldex

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 4,717 units

Why it was recalled

Delayed parking brake engagement can result in unintended vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Haldex Commercial Vehicle Systems (Haldex) is recalling certain inversion valves. Please see the attached 573 Defect report for full list of part numbers. An internal piston in the inversion valve may fail, delaying the engagement of the parking brake. As such, these valves fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

What to do

Dealers will replace the inversion valve, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 31, 2024. Owners may contact Haldex customer service at 1-800-752-2501.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.