What Transport Canada published
- Recall number
- 2007043
- Recall date
- 22 February 2007
- Make
- Max-Atlas
- Models
- Cc3545-12 Multi-Use Slider, Ccxt4053 Extendable, Cccol4008 Multi-Use, CC29 Standard Chassis, Ccbr32 B-Train, Rear, Ccbr3240 B-Train, Rear, Ccxt4853 Extendable, Ccbl24 B-Train, Lead, Cc3240-12 Multi-Use Slider, Ccx2040 Extendable, Cccol4012 Multi-Use
- Model years
- 2006 to 2007
- Vehicle class
- Heavy Trailer
- System
- Brakes
- Raised as
- Safety Mfr
- Vehicles affected
- 979
- Register
- Canada — Transport Canada, Vehicle Recalls Database
On certain Max-Atlas semi-trailer chassis designed to transport shipping containers, brass fittings used in the air brake system may not have been manufactured to specs. The threaded end could separate, resulting in a loss of air pressure causing the brakes to engage suddenly. This sudden brake application presents the potential for rear impact from following vehicles as the brake lights will not be activated during this event. Correction: Dealers will replace all air brake system brass fittings.
The wording above is the department's own, as it stood in the monthly file this site last read. Vehicle counts are the sum of the counts published for each make and model the recall covers. To act on a recall, use the official notice: Transport Canada recall 2007043.