NHTSAELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Multiquip, Inc. - Brakes May Engage Unexpectedly/FMVSS 105
Published: September 9, 2024Recall ID: 24V660000Category: vehiclesCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
Brakes that fail to engage when applied or unexpected brake engagement while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Product Description & Identification
Multiquip, Inc. (Multiquip) is recalling certain 2024 WTE5C and WTE5HP trailers. The trailer brakes may engage unexpectedly or fail to engage when the turn signal is activated, due to wiring that is incorrectly connected between the turn signal and electric brakes. As such, these trailers fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems" and 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Affected Products
Brakes May Engage Unexpectedly/FMVSS 105
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Subject | Brakes May Engage Unexpectedly/FMVSS 105 |
| Nhtsa id | 24V660000 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Recall link › Url | https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24V660000 |
| Recall link › Description | Go to Recall |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Do not drive | No |
| Manufacturer | Multiquip, Inc. |
| Defect summary | Multiquip, Inc. (Multiquip) is recalling certain 2024 WTE5C and WTE5HP trailers. The trailer brakes may engage unexpectedly or fail to engage when the turn signal is activated, due to wiring that is incorrectly connected between the turn signal and electric brakes. As such, these trailers fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems" and 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." |
| Completion rate | 100.00 |
| Corrective action | Dealers will inspect and repair the wiring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 22, 2024. Owners may contact Multiquip customer service at 1-800-421-1244. |
| Consequence summary | Brakes that fail to engage when applied or unexpected brake engagement while driving increases the risk of a crash. |
| Mfr campaign number | NR (Not Reported) |
| Potentially affected | 43 |
| Report received date | 2024-09-09T00:00:00.000 |
| Fire risk when parked | No |