NHTSA Recall 09V263000: Service brakes, hydraulic
UNIVERSAL SPECIALTY VEHICLES, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 12 vehicles. It affects 2002–2006 Universal Specialty Eagle.
| NHTSA campaign | 09V263000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC |
| Report received | July 10, 2009 |
| Owner notification | May 1, 2009 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Universal specialty is recalling 12 my 2002-2006 eagle class a motor homes equipped with axles that include bosch zops or zoht pin slide hydraulic disc brakes. The calipers on these brakes may stick when the brakes are applied, which can result in abnormal heat generation at the wheel end causing brake drag.
Safety risk
If the brake drag is left undetected,the temperature increase at the wheel end can eventually lead to soft pedal conditions and extended stopping distances, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the necessary components free of charge. Workhorse is handling the remedy and owner notification for this campaign please see 09v-110. Owners may contact workhorse at 1-877-246-7731.
Notes
Owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 09V263000
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.