NHTSA Recall 21V926000
Filed by Alamo Group Inc.. Component: Electrical System. Reported 2021-11-24. An estimated 286 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Alamo Group Inc. (Alamo) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Old Dominion Brush Co. LLCT450, LCT600, LCT650, LCT6000, DCL800TM, GMV550, SCL800TM, XV550, XV600 and XV6000 trailers equipped with John Deere engines. The emergency brake system breakaway switch was incorrectly wired.
Risk
Incorrect wiring may prevent the emergency trailer brake from engaging when the trailer becomes untethered, increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Dealers will inspect and re-wire the breakaway cable system as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 21, 2022. Owners may contact Alamo customer service at 1-800-446-9823.
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.nhtsa.gov.