ST Engineering Hackney, Inc: Safety Recalls in 2015

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 2 safety recalls made by ST Engineering Hackney, Inc in 2015. See the details of the recalls below.

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November 24, 2015

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Brake Caliper Mounting Bolts may be Loose

VT Hackney, Inc. (VT Hackney) is recalling certain model year 2015 Kidron Refrigerated Trailers manufactured April 28, 2015, to April 30, 2015 and equipped with certain Meritor EX225L2 or EX225L+ axles. The affected axle assemblies have caliper bolts that may not have been properly tightened, allowing the caliper mounting bolts to back out and the caliper to detach from the axle flange.

NHTSA ID: 15V790000

Component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR

# of Units Affected: 6

Consequence Summary:

If the caliper detaches from the axle flange, braking performance would be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

VT Hackney will notify owners, and their dealers will inspect the caliper bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 22, 2015. Owners may contact VT Hackney customer service at 1-800-763-0700.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 100

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July 8, 2015

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Inadequate Power to Second Trailer's ABS/FMVSS 121

VT Hackney, Inc. (VT Hackney) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Kidron Refrigerated Trailers manufactured August 9, 2013, to June 15, 2015. The affected trailers have a main wiring harness that may not supply adequate power to the connector at the rear of the trailer. This rear connector is used when a second trailer is attached for doubles operation. As a result of the insufficient power, second trailer's anti-lock brake system (ABS) may not function properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the Requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

NHTSA ID: 15V437000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 49

Consequence Summary:

If the ABS module on the second trailer does not function properly, the trailer may have an increased braking distance in an emergency braking situation, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

VT Hackney will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional power cable, free of charge. The recall began on August 20, 2015. Owners may contact VT Hackney customer service at 1-800-763-0700.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 69.39

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