NHTSA Recall 04V501000: Service brakes, air
KENTUCKY MANUFACTURING CO. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 800 vehicles. It affects 2002–2003 Kentucky Trailer.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V501000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR |
| Report received | October 19, 2004 |
| Owner notification | October 6, 2004 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain trailers equipped with bendix brakes have experienced air leakage on the brake valve pipe nipple connecting the air reservoir. The pipe nipple starts to crack creating an air leak.
Safety risk
If the air leaks faster than the tractor compressor can keep up, the emergency spring brake chambers will activate and stop the trailer increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect for the type of pipe nipple used and replace all pipe nipples as necessary. The recall began on october 6, 2004. Only united parcel service (ups) trucks are involved. Owners should contact kentucky trailer at 1-888-598-7245.
Notes
Customers can 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 04V501000
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.