Defect summary
ZF North America, Inc. (ZF) is recalling certain Axles equipped with radial air disk brakes. Surface roughness of a guide pin in the radial brake calipers may cause the brake carriage guide pin support bolt to break.
Consequence
Breakage of the guide pin can cause loss of braking ability or loss of tire pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
ZF has notified the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the affected axles. ZF will provide a rebushing kit at no charge to repair the brake. The recall began on June 25, 2018. Owners may contact ZF customer service at 1-734-416-6200.
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.
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file, campaign 18E025000. Text as published by NHTSA.