NHTSA recall 23E011000 · Equipment
Service brakes, air
Reported Feb 10, 202311,444 vehicles affectedBendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, LLC
The defect
Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC (Bendix) is recalling certain Foot Brake Valve Assemblies, model Medium-Duty Vehicle Pedal A, with part number G901288. When the brake pedal is fully applied and then released rapidly, the pedal plunger that connects the brake pedal to the brake valve may become disconnected, causing the brakes to fail.
The risk
Brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Vehicle manufacturers will install a pedal restraint bracket, free of charge. Bendix notified the vehicle manufacturer on April 5, 2023. Owners may contact Bendix customer service at 1-877-345-9526.