NHTSA Recall 00V249001: Shoes/linings (service brakes)
RAVENS, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 648 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Ravens Eclipses.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V249001 |
|---|---|
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › DRUM › SHOES/LININGS |
| Report received | September 6, 2000 |
| Owner notification | September 15, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: flatbed and dump trailers. These vehicles utilize gunite corporation model 2764 cast steel brake drums and a combination of steel or aluminum wheels produced by other manufacturers. These drums bear date codes between "162 99" and "225 99," inclusive. A stress crack in the metal on the inside brake drum face diameter can occur, resulting in a complete separation from the brake drum.
Safety risk
This condition could cause a loss of braking capability.
Remedy
Dealers will replace all of the cast iron brake drums. Gunite will conduct and inspection/repair/replacement program at no charge to the consumer. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact gunite customer service at 800-677-3786.
Notes
Owner notification began september 19, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact trailstar at 1-800-235-5635 or guinite at 1-800-553-6691. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V249001
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ravens Eclipses | 2000, 2001 |
| Ravens Magnum | 2000, 2001 |
| Ravens Terminator | 2000, 2001 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.