Timpte Bulk Commodity Hopper recalled over injury risk

Recall date

November 12, 2021

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Timpte, Inc. recalls 2022 Timpte Bulk Commodity Hopper

Recall number

21V883000

Brand / firm

Timpte

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 67 units

Why it was recalled

Pressure loss in the iABS unit can cause a loss of brake function, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Timpte, Inc. (Timpte) is recalling certain 2022 Bulk Commodity Hopper trailers. The screws that secure the bracket cover and end cover of the iABS Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may have been improperly tightened, which can allow the screws to loosen and back out, resulting in a loss of pressure in the unit.

What to do

Dealers will replace the iABS ECU, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 15, 2021. Owners may contact Timpte customer service at 1-402-367-3056.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.