NHTSA recall 06V158000
Service brakes, hydraulic
Peterson Excel Limited and 1 more
Reported May 5, 20066 vehicles affectedPETERSON INDUSTRIES, INC.
The defect
On certain fifth wheel trailers equipped with dexter axles, the disc brake caliper mounting bolts may strip. insufficient clamp load between caliper and yoke can cause the caliper to disassemble and adversely affect the trailer's braking system.
The risk
Loss of braking can increase the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Dexter has modified the remedy for these vehicles (please see 06e029). a new larger caliper mounting nut will be installed. for more information you may contact dexter axle at 1-800-400-2164 or peterson at 1-800-368-3759.