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NHTSA Recall 05V218000: Service brakes, air

CRANE CARRIER COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 131 vehicles. It affects 1999–2005 Crane Dr.

131
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2005
owners notified (May 26)
NHTSA campaign05V218000
ComponentSERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Report receivedMay 13, 2005
Owner notificationMay 26, 2005
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Certain mobile drill rig cab and chassis fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, 'air brake systems.' on certain vehicles built with 4 and 5 axle configuration with gross vehicle weight ratings of 80,000 to 120,000 pounds, during testing the air brake system that relates to application timing, release timing and reservoir volume did not pass the test results.

Safety risk

The vehicle could experience reduced braking performance as a result. If this warning is not heeded, a vehicle crash could occur.

Remedy

Select fittings, hoses and one reservoir in the air brake system will be replaced. Crane carrier will supply all necessary parts and installation instructions and will reimburse the repairing facility. The recall began on may 26, 2005. Owners may contact crane at 918-832-7305.

Notes

Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 05V218000

Make and modelModel years
Crane Dr1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005

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.