Recall 13V145 affects 10 2011-2013 E-One Cyclone Ii vehicles for leaking parking-brake actuators and overheated brake components. Repair is free at any franchised E-One dealer.
E-One is recalling 10 2011-2013 Cyclone Ii fire fighting vehicles because Meritor axle brake chambers can leak pressure and leave the parking brake dragging after release. Dragging brakes overheat brake components and raise the risk of a fire, and the E-One dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The 2011-2013 E-One Cyclone Ii uses an air parking brake system on Meritor axle assemblies. In this setup, brake chambers and piston air parking brake actuators use air pressure to release the parking brake and keep the brake shoes from dragging while the vehicle is moving.
On affected vehicles, the brake chambers can leak air pressure after the parking brake is released. When that pressure drops, the parking brake does not fully let go, so the brake drags against the wheel end instead of staying clear. That constant drag creates heat in parts that are designed to cool between brake applications, and overheated brake components are the concern in recall 13V145.
There is no warning sign before failure. A driver or crew member should treat any unexpected brake drag, hot brake smell, smoke near a wheel end, or sluggish movement after release as a reason to stop and have the vehicle checked.
Who's affected?
Spans the Cyclone Ii truck line across 3 model years, with the same air parking-brake component.
| 2012 E-One Cyclone Ii | Air |
|---|---|
| 2011 E-One Cyclone Ii | Air |
| 2013 E-One Cyclone Ii | Air |
| Units affected | 10 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
Overheated brake components create a fire risk. If your VIN is included, schedule service promptly and limit operation until an E-One dealer inspects the brake actuator repair need. Repair will be free at any franchised E-One dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011-2013 E-One Cyclone Ii is included in this recall.
- Call E-One customer service at 1-800-627-5050 for current repair instructions.
- Ask about the free parking-brake-actuator replacement that fixes brake-chamber pressure leaks and parking brake drag.
- Reference recall number 13V145 and E-One campaign 4EN when you call.
- Stop using the vehicle and contact E-One if the parking brake drags, brake components smell hot, or brake parts overheat.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an E-One technician checks the parking brake actuators on the Meritor axle assemblies and replaces any actuator that needs replacement. The source remedy says owners are notified and the actuator replacement is free of charge. Because the remedy status is not listed here, schedule timing depends on E-One's campaign instructions and dealer parts handling. Ask the service desk to confirm the actuator inspection and replacement path before the vehicle is brought in.
Timeline
| April 17, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 6, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V145?
Recall 13V145 covers 10 2011-2013 E-One Cyclone Ii fire fighting vehicles with Meritor axle assemblies using piston air parking brake actuators. The brake chambers can leak pressure, let the parking brake drag after release, overheat brake components, and create a fire risk.
What should I do if my 2011-2013 E-One Cyclone Ii is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific fire fighting vehicle is included in recall 13V145. If it is, contact an E-One dealer or E-One at 1-800-627-5050 to arrange inspection and actuator replacement as needed. The recall repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the covered safety defect at no cost. E-One will replace the parking brake actuators as needed free of charge for included 2011-2013 Cyclone Ii vehicles.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire from overheated brake components. In recall 13V145, leaking brake chambers can let the parking brake drag when it is supposed to be released. If your VIN is included, arrange the free actuator replacement with E-One.
When did the recall repair start?
The recall began on May 6, 2013. E-One notified owners and opened the free repair path then. If you own a 2011-2013 E-One Cyclone Ii and never received a notice, check your VIN and contact E-One at 1-800-627-5050.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V145000 |
|---|---|
| E-One customer service | 1-800-627-5050 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V145 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V145000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →