Service Brakes, Air: complaints and recalls by model

A complaint can name more than one component. Each component that a complaint names is one component mention. The figure per 1,000 component mentions shows how many of each 1,000 mentions name the component.

For all vehicles in the file, the figure for Service Brakes, Air is 4.6 per 1,000 component mentions. The NHTSA files have no sales figures. A model line with more vehicles on the road gets more complaints.

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Component: The part or the system that a complaint or a recall campaign names. NHTSA has a fixed list of component names.

1. 26V583000Received 9 Sep 2026. 2,404 units.

   Service Brakes, Air / Antilock

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Freightliner Cascadia and 2022 Western Star 49X vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall numbers 23V073 or 22V817. The brake modulator valves on the front axle may corrode and cause the vehicle to pull to one side during braking initiated by Electronic Stability Control (ESC) or Roll Stability Control (RSC).

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Brakes that pull to one side may cause a sudden change in vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will replace the brake modulator valves, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 8, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1039. Vehicles repaired under the prior recalls will need the new repair completed.

   Report filed by Daimler Trucks North America, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number F1039. The campaign has 5 make, model and year entries.

2. 26V567000Received 1 Sep 2026. 58 units.

   Service Brakes, Air / Controls / Proportioning Relay Valve

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2027 Peterbilt 548 trucks. The front brake valve and hoses may be the incorrect size, which can delay the rear service brake application and release, as well as the trailer gladhand application times. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Delayed brake response time can increase the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will replace the front brake valves and hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 31, 2026. Owners may contact Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 26PACF.

   Report filed by PACCAR Incorporated. Manufacturer campaign number 26PACF. The campaign has 1 make, model and year entry.

3. 26V506000Received 4 Aug 2026. 533 units.

   Service Brakes, Air / Antilock / ABS Warning Light

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Wabash National Corporation (Wabash) is recalling certain 2027 Van Trailers. The external antilock (ABS) malfunction indicator light may not be labeled. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   An unlabeled ABS light may confuse following drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Wabash will mail ABS identification labels and installation instructions, free of charge. Owner letters are expected to be mailed September 28, 2026. Owners may contact Wabash customer service at 1-765-771-5404.

   Report filed by Wabash National Corporation. The campaign has 1 make, model and year entry.

4. 26V501000Received 30 Jul 2026. 137 units.

   Service Brakes, Air / Antilock / Control Unit/Module

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Autocar, LLC (Autocar) is recalling certain 2023-2027 E-ACTT terminal tractors. The Antilock Braking System (ABS) Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may be improperly secured, allowing the ABS ECU to separate.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   A separated ABS ECU may become damaged, causing the ABS system to fail and increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Autocar will replace the fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2026. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is ACTT-2601.

   Report filed by Autocar, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number ACTT-2601. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 25 Sep 2026. The campaign has 5 make, model and year entries.

5. 26V442000Received 8 Jul 2026. 8 units.

   Service Brakes, Air / Supply / Quick Release Valve

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2026-2027 Peterbilt 579 and 2027 Kenworth T680 tractors. The trailer air connection quick release (QR) valve in the air brake system may have been incorrectly installed, which can cause the trailer to become unstable after the driver applies the brakes. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   An incorrectly installed quick release valve that does not function properly can increase the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Paccar inspected and reinstalled the valves, as necessary, free of charge. All affected tractors have been repaired and therefore no owner notification letters are necessary. Owners may contact Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220 and Kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888. PACCAR's number for this recall is 26PACC.

   Report filed by PACCAR Incorporated. Manufacturer campaign number 26PACC. The campaign has 3 make, model and year entries.

6. 26V382000Received 11 Jun 2026. 9 units.

   Service Brakes, Air / Supply / Quick Release Valve

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2026-2027 HV vehicles. The service brake may take longer than expected to release. As such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   A delayed brake release can increase the risk of crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will replace the 5/8” air line with a 3/4” air line, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 13, 2026. Owners may contact International's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 26506.

   Report filed by International Motors, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number 26509. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 13 Jul 2026. The campaign has 2 make, model and year entries.

7. 26V355000Received 2 Jun 2026. 5,662 units.

   Service Brakes, Air / Supply / Low Pressure Warning / Switch

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Nova Bus (US) Inc. (Nova Bus) is recalling certain 1997-2002, 2005-2024 LFS, 2009-2014, and 2016 - 2024 LFS Artic transit buses. The low brake air pressure warning light may fail to illuminate when the engine is off. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   A low brake air pressure warning light that fails to illuminate when the engine is off will not alert the driver to a low brake pressure condition, increasing the risk of a crash if the parking brake is disengaged before starting the engine.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Nova Bus will update the firmware, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed by July 17, 2026. Owners will receive another notice once remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Nova Bus customer service at 1-450-472-6410. Nova Bus' number for this recall is CR5918. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 2, 2026.

   Report filed by Nova Bus (US) Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number CR5918. The campaign has 41 make, model and year entries.

8. 26V294000Received 11 May 2026. 16 units.

   Service Brakes, Air / Supply / Quick Release Valve

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2026-2027 HV vehicles. The service brake may take longer than expected to release. As such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   A delayed brake release can increase the risk of crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will remove the 5/8” air line and replace it with a 3/4” air line, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 22, 2026. Owners may contact International's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 26506. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning June 29, 2026.

   Report filed by International Motors, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number 26506. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 22 Jun 2026. The campaign has 2 make, model and year entries.

9. 26V260000Received 23 Apr 2026. 2,800 units.

   Service Brakes, Air / Antilock / Control Unit/Module

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2026-2027 VNR (4) and 2025-2027 VNL (4) vehicles. The rear brake modulators may have unprotected electrical connectors that can short circuit and lead to a loss of the anti-lock brake system (ABS) and electronic stability control (ESC).

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   A loss of anti-lock brakes and electronic stability control increases the risk of a crash or injury.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will inspect the rear brake modulator electrical connectors, install a protective cover, and replace the rear brake modulators, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 8, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2605. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 30, 2026.

   Report filed by Volvo Trucks North America. Manufacturer campaign number RVXX2605. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 8 Jun 2026. The campaign has 5 make, model and year entries.

10. 26V261000Received 23 Apr 2026. 2,772 units.

    Service Brakes, Air / Antilock / Control Unit/Module

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain 2025-2027 Pioneer (4) and 2026-2027 Anthem (4) vehicles. The rear brake modulators may have unprotected electrical connectors that can short circuit and lead to a loss of the anti-lock brake system (ABS) and electronic stability control (ESC).

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    A loss of anti-lock brakes and electronic stability control increases the risk of a crash or injury.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dealers will inspect the rear brake modulator electrical connectors, install a protective cover, and replace the rear brake modulators, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 8, 2026. Owners may contact Mack's customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0494. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 30, 2026.

    Report filed by Mack Trucks, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number SC0494. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 8 Jun 2026. The campaign has 5 make, model and year entries.

11. 26V186000Received 25 Mar 2026. 222 units.

    Service Brakes, Air / Supply / Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2025-2026 VNL (4) vehicles. The service brake may take longer than expected to release. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 121, "Air Brake Systems."

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    A delayed brake release can increase the risk of crash.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dealers will install an additional brake valve and fittings to the service brake pneumatic plumbing, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed July 29, 2026.Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2602.

    Report filed by Volvo Trucks North America. Manufacturer campaign number RVXX2602. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 29 Jul 2026. The campaign has 2 make, model and year entries.

12. 25V898000Received 19 Dec 2025. 6,673 units.

    Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain XD35, XDE35, XE35, XN35, XD40, XDE40, XE40, XHE40, XN40, XT40, XD60, XDE60, XE60, XN60, XT60, and XHE60 transit buses. Please refer to New Flyer's recall report for specific model year information. The antilock braking (ABS) and electronic stability control (ESC) module may lose communication and fail without illuminating the warning lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 121, "Air Brake Systems" and 136, "Electronic Stability Control Systems on Heavy Vehicles."

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    An ABS or ESC warning light that fails to illuminate will not alert the driver to the loss of ABS or ESC, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    New Flyer will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2026. Owners may contact New Flyer's customer service at 1-800-241-2947.

    Report filed by New Flyer of America, Inc.. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 17 Feb 2026. The campaign has 121 make, model and year entries.

13. 25V867000Received 15 Dec 2025. 679 units.

    Service Brakes, Air / Disc / Chamber

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain 2010-2016 Granite (GU) trucks. Vehicles remedied under Recall 15V804 (SC0398) may have had incorrect parts installed during subsequent repairs. The incorrect parts may cause a brake imbalance between the steer and drive axle brakes and the rear brakes to overheat.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    Overheated brakes may cause a tire blowout or fire, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dealers will inspect and replace the brake chambers as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed April 14, 2026. Owners may contact Mack's customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0491. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 22, 2025. Owners who received a remedy under Recall 15V804 (SC0398) must have the new remedy completed.

    Report filed by Mack Trucks, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number SC0491. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 14 Apr 2026. The campaign has 7 make, model and year entries.

14. 25V817000Received 25 Nov 2025. 678 units.

    Electrical System / Software

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2016 7600, 2016-2023 Lonestar, 2018 8600, 2018-2023 LT, 2021-2026 MV, 2022-2023 RH, 2023-2026 HX, and 2025-2026 HV vehicles. Electrical noise and low signal to the power line carrier may cause the ECU to incorrectly process commands or stop working.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    Safety systems that depend on the ECU, such as Automatic Traction Control, ABS, Electronic Stability Control, Active Cruise Control, and Collison Mitigation System, may have diminished or lost functionality, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    International will work with Bendix to reprogram the ECU, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 19, 2026. Owners may contact International's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 25525. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 12, 2026.

    Report filed by International Motors, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number 25525. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 19 Jan 2026. The campaign has 30 make, model and year entries.

15. 25V806000Received 20 Nov 2025. 11,418 units.

    Service Brakes, Air / Supply / Quick Release Valve

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2023-2026 LT and RH vehicles. The auto neutral function may not recognize that the parking brake has been applied, failing to shift the transmission into neutral.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    The transmission remaining in gear may allow the vehicle to move unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dealers will replace the quick release valve on the rear axle, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 9, 2026. Owners will receive another notice once remedy becomes available. Owners may contact International's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 25524. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 12, 2026.

    Report filed by International Motors, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number 25524. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 9 Mar 2026. The campaign has 8 make, model and year entries.

16. 25E077000Received 18 Nov 2025. 46 units.

    Electrical System / Software

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain Bendix EC80 Advanced Electronic Control Units (ECU) part numbers K163499 and K190048. Electrical noise and low signal to the power line carrier may cause the ECU to incorrectly process commands or stop working.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    Safety systems that depend on the ECU (Automatic Traction Control, ABS, Electronic Stability Control, Active Cruise Control, and Collison Mitigation System) may have diminished or lost functionality, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dealers will reprogram the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 15, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2513.

    Report filed by Volvo Trucks North America. Manufacturer campaign number RVXX2513. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 12 Dec 2025. The campaign has 1 make, model and year entry.

17. 25E078000Received 18 Nov 2025. 46 units.

    Electrical System / Software

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain Bendix EC80 Advanced Electronic Control Units (ECU) part numbers K190048 and K163499. Electrical noise and low signal to the power line carrier may cause the ECU to incorrectly process commands or stop working.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    Safety systems that depend on the ECU (Automatic Traction Control, ABS, Electronic Stability Control, Active Cruise Control, and Collison Mitigation System) may have diminished or lost functionality, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dealers will reprogram the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 15, 2025. Owners may contact Mack's customer service at 1-800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0490.

    Report filed by Mack Trucks, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number SC0490. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 12 Dec 2025. The campaign has 1 make, model and year entry.

18. 25V795000Received 17 Nov 2025. 62 units.

    Service Brakes, Air / Supply / Reservoir/Tank

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2026 Peterbilt 567 and 589 trucks. The air tanks have an insufficient volume of air for the brake system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    Insufficient air volume can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dealers will install the correct volume air tanks, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 26, 2025. Owners may contact Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 25PACH.

    Report filed by PACCAR Incorporated. Manufacturer campaign number 25PACH. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 26 Dec 2025. The campaign has 2 make, model and year entries.

19. 25V781000Received 13 Nov 2025. 1,303 units.

    Service Brakes, Air

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2023-2026 LT and 2024-2025 RH trucks. The Hill Start Assist (HSA) exhaust port may become clogged, delaying or preventing the release of the service brakes.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    Brakes that are still engaged while driving increase the risk of crash.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dealers will relocate the HSA valve exhaust, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 15, 2025. Owners may contact International customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 25522.

    Report filed by International Motors, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number 25522. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 15 Dec 2025. The campaign has 6 make, model and year entries.

20. 25E073000Received 5 Nov 2025. 2,389 units.

    Service Brakes, Air / Antilock / Control Unit/Module

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, LLC (Bendix) is recalling certain Bendix EC80 Advanced Electronic Control Units (ECU) part numbers K219877SC001, K219876SC001, K212565SC001, K168425SC000, K168424SC000, K168128R000, K168122R000, K271501R000, K271500R000, K16849SC000, K168421SC000, K168422SC000, K168423SC000, K209617SC000, K209615SC000, K212562SC000, and K212563SC000. Electrical noise and low signal to the power line carrier may cause the ECU to incorrectly process commands or stop working.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    Safety systems that depend on the ECU (Automatic Traction Control, ABS, Electronic Stability Control, Active Cruise Control, and Collison Mitigation System) may have diminished or lost functionality, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Bendix will reprogram the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 8, 2025. Owners may contact Bendix Customer Service at 440-329-9000. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall 24E086.

    Report filed by Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, LLC. The campaign has 1 make, model and year entry.

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Which model lines have the most component mentions of Service Brakes, Air?

Chevrolet Silverado: 221 mentions. Cadillac Allante: 19 mentions. International Harvester 4900: 19 mentions. A model line with more vehicles on the road gets more complaints.

Which name in the group Service Brakes, Air do complaints use most often?

Antilock, with 1,180 mentions. This page lists 15 names of the group.

What is the component group Service Brakes, Air?

NHTSA gives each component a name in levels. The group has each name that starts with Service Brakes, Air. It has 3,808 component mentions in the complaint file.