NHTSA Recall 19V195000: Air (parking brake) and service brakes, air
Mertz Manufacturing, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 475 vehicles. It affects 2008–2018 Mertz Custom Trailer.
| NHTSA campaign | 19V195000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | M18-098 |
| Components | PARKING BRAKE › CONVENTIONAL › AIR; SERVICE BRAKES, AIR |
| Report received | March 11, 2019 |
| Owner notification | March 29, 2019 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mertz Manufacturing, LLC is recalling certain 2008-2018 custom trailers. Plastic junction connections may have been installed in the air brake circuits. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Safety risk
If a plastic connector fails, a loss of service brakes will occur or the emergency brakes will activate unexpectedly. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Mertz has notified owners and will provide metal brake line connections to replace the plastic connections. The recall began March, 29, 2019. Owners may contact Mertz customer service at 1-580-767-8404. Mertz's number for this recall is M18-098.
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 19V195000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mertz Custom Trailer | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 |
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.