Bendix Parking Brake recall

Recalled August 1, 2025 · NHTSA recall 25E048000 · Bendix

Hazard

A brake chamber air leak may cause the parking brake to partially apply or slow to release, which can overheat the brakes and increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Bendix will replace the brake chambers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 23, 2025. Owners may contact Bendix customer service at 1-800-247-2725.

Units

5,668 units

Description

Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, LLC (Bendix) is recalling certain Knorr-Bresme 22/24-57 brake chambers, with part number K068622 and K038830N00, sold as replacement parts for certain buses. The brake chamber may have been improperly manufactured, which can result in an air leak.

What to do

Bendix will replace the brake chambers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 23, 2025. Owners may contact Bendix customer service at 1-800-247-2725.

Product

Bendix AIR DISC BRAKE ACTUATOR · Bendix AIR DISC BRAKE ACTUATOR 2

Manufacturer(s)

Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, LLC

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →