Kidron Refrigerated Trailer recalled over injury risk

Recall date

July 5, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

ST Engineering Hackney, Inc recalls 2014–2016 Kidron Refrigerated Trailer, Beverage Trailer

Recall number

16V505000

Brand / firm

Kidron, Hackney

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 360 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

VT Hackney, Inc. (VT Hackney) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Kidron refrigerated trailers, and Hackney Beverage Trailers manufactured February 1, 2014, to June 1, 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

VT Hackney will notify owners and any affected SR-5 valves will be replaced by kits ordered from Bendix, free of charge. VT Hackney issued an interim notification to owners on August 10, 2016. The recall began on August 24, 2016. Owners may contact VT Hackney customer service at 1-800-763-0700.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.