Recall 11V014 covers 3,650 2004-2008 Pitts Trailers Ta, Lt, Pt, Lp, LB-35, and HD-35 trailers with noncompliant ABS warning systems. Dealer repair is free.
Pitts Trailers is recalling 3,650 2004-2008 flatbed tractor trailers, including Ta, Lt, Pt, Lp, LB-35, and HD-35 models, because the MSQR 5000 air-brake pressure regulator and quick-release valve lacks the required ABS warning light. Without that warning light, an operator has no required alert for an ABS malfunction; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The air-brake warning light on 2004-2008 Pitts Trailers Ta, Lt, Pt, Lp, LB-35, and HD-35 flatbed tractor trailers is part of the trailer's brake status system. The trailers use an MSQR 5000 differential pressure regulator and quick release valve, a device that helps manage air pressure and release brake pressure quickly when the brakes are released. The required warning light gives the driver a visible alert when the antilock brake system has a problem.
On these trailers, the MSQR 5000 device was installed without the required warning light. That means the trailer does not meet the federal air-brake warning-light requirement in Standard 121. The brakes are still air brakes, but the alert path is incomplete, so a driver is not given the required visual notice tied to the ABS warning system.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner inspecting the trailer will see the missing warning-light setup only by checking the equipment or having the brake system inspected.
Who's affected?
Spans 6 Pitts Trailers trailer models across 2004-2008, all tied to the anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light.
| 2007 Pitts Trailers Ta | anti-lock brake system (ABS) |
|---|---|
| 2006 Pitts Trailers Lt | anti-lock brake system (ABS) |
| 2005 Pitts Trailers Lt | anti-lock brake system (ABS) |
| 2004 Pitts Trailers Lt | anti-lock brake system (ABS) |
| 2007 Pitts Trailers Pt | anti-lock brake system (ABS) |
| 2006 Pitts Trailers Pt | anti-lock brake system (ABS) |
| 2007 Pitts Trailers Lt | anti-lock brake system (ABS) |
| 2004 Pitts Trailers Lp | anti-lock brake system (ABS) |
| 2005 Pitts Trailers Lp | anti-lock brake system (ABS) |
| 2006 Pitts Trailers Lp | anti-lock brake system (ABS) |
| 2008 Pitts Trailers Lp | anti-lock brake system (ABS) |
| 2005 Pitts Trailers LB-35 | anti-lock brake system (ABS) |
| 2007 Pitts Trailers LB-35 | anti-lock brake system (ABS) |
| 2008 Pitts Trailers LB-35 | anti-lock brake system (ABS) |
| 2005 Pitts Trailers HD-35 | anti-lock brake system (ABS) |
| 2007 Pitts Trailers HD-35 | anti-lock brake system (ABS) |
| 2008 Pitts Trailers HD-35 | anti-lock brake system (ABS) |
| 2005 Pitts Trailers Pt | anti-lock brake system (ABS) |
| 2008 Pitts Trailers Lt | anti-lock brake system (ABS) |
| 2006 Pitts Trailers HD-35 | anti-lock brake system (ABS) |
| 2007 Pitts Trailers Lp | anti-lock brake system (ABS) |
| 2005 Pitts Trailers Ta | anti-lock brake system (ABS) |
| 2004 Pitts Trailers LB-35 | anti-lock brake system (ABS) |
| 2006 Pitts Trailers LB-35 | anti-lock brake system (ABS) |
| 2006 Pitts Trailers Ta | anti-lock brake system (ABS) |
| 2008 Pitts Trailers Pt | anti-lock brake system (ABS) |
| 2008 Pitts Trailers Ta | anti-lock brake system (ABS) |
| Units affected | 3,650 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
In NHTSA campaign 11V014, the recalled trailers have an ABS-related system that does not meet the federal air-brake standard, and they lack the required ABS malfunction warning light. That means the operator does not get that warning if the ABS has a fault. Schedule the repair soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Pitts Trailers dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2004-2008 Pitts Trailers Ta, Lt, Pt, Lp, LB-35, or HD-35 trailer is included in this recall.
- Call Pitts Trailers at 1-334-855-4754 to confirm the free repair path for your trailer.
- Ask when Pitts Trailers or its dealer can replace the MSQR 5000 system with a compliant system that restores the required ABS warning-light setup.
- Bring the owner letter if Pitts Trailers sent one. If not, reference recall number 11V014 when you call.
- Inspect the trailer before use and get brake-system warning-light concerns checked before hauling.
What happens at the repair
The remedy calls for a Pitts Trailers dealer to replace the MSQR 5000 differential pressure regulator and quick release valve device with a compliant system. The final dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall. A Pitts Trailers technician handles the replacement and confirms the trailer has the compliant air brake system equipment required for the recall repair.
Timeline
| January 19, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 5, 2011 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V014?
Recall 11V014 covers 3,650 2004-2008 Pitts Trailers Ta, Lt, Pt, Lp, LB-35, and HD-35 flatbed tractor trailers with an MSQR 5000 air-brake device that lacks the required ABS malfunction warning light. Pitts Trailers dealers replace the system with a compliant system for free.
What should I do if my 2004-2008 Pitts Trailers Ta, Lt, Pt, Lp, LB-35, or HD-35 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 11V014. If it is, contact Pitts Trailers or a Pitts Trailers dealer to arrange the MSQR 5000 replacement. Reference recall number 11V014 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the noncompliance at no cost, and Pitts Trailers will replace the MSQR 5000 system with a compliant system free of charge through its dealers.
What is the safety risk?
The affected trailers do not meet the federal air-brake standard because the installed MSQR 5000 does not qualify as the required ABS system and lacks the required ABS malfunction warning light. That warning light is part of safe braking performance under normal and emergency conditions.
Who should I call about recall 11V014?
Call Pitts Trailers at 1-334-855-4754 if your VIN is included and you need repair scheduling help. Ask for the sales department or recall support, and give them recall number 11V014 so they can route the trailer to the correct dealer repair path.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V014000 |
|---|---|
| Pitts Trailers customer service | 1-334-855-4754 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V014 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V014000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →