BENDIX SR-2/4/5 Trailer Spring Brake Valves – recall
REC-002425 · campaign · published 2002-07-09 · 10000 units · more BENDIX
The defect
The moulded rubber face of the Inlet/Exhaust Valve ('I/E Valve') component of the affected SR-2/4/5 valve assembly can crack and separate from the valve's metal insert. Air can be trapped by a separated I/E Valve causing it to balloon and block the exhaust.
The hazard
Problem can prevent the application of the parking/emergency spring brakes on the trailer during parking or in the event of a trailer supply line failure.
What owners should do
Contact the company to arrange a replacement valve to be sent out and replaced free of charge. Enquiries to (02) 9352 4101.