NHTSA Recall 16V019000: Service brakes, air
WESTERN TRAILER COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5 vehicles. It affects 2015–2016 Western Trailer Chip B-Train.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V019000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR |
| Report received | January 19, 2016 |
| Owner notification | January 15, 2016 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Western Trailer Company (Western) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chip B-Train trailers manufactured December 29, 2014, to February 26, 2015, equipped with certain Haldex Life Seal Type 30/30 Long Stroke Air Brake Actuators. The affected vehicles may experience brake drag due to an improperly seated diaphragm in the brake chamber.
Safety risk
Brake drag may result in a wheel end fire.
Remedy
Western has notified the affected owners and the brake chambers have already been replaced, free of charge. Owners may contact Western customer service at 1-888-344-2539.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 16V019000
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.