Recall 17V606 affects 20 2018 Silver Eagle VAST-20W trailers for loose brake caliper bolts. Meritor reimburses inspection and needed bolt replacement.
Silver Eagle is recalling 20 2018 VAST-20W converter dolly trailers because improperly torqued brake caliper bolts can let a caliper detach from its mounting flange. If that happens, braking ability is lost and crash risk increases; Silver Eagle dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The air disc brake caliper on a 2018 Silver Eagle VAST-20W converter dolly is the clamp that squeezes the brake pads against the rotor when the air brake system applies braking force. The caliper has to stay bolted tightly to its mounting flange so the braking force goes into the wheel end instead of moving the caliper itself.
On these dollies, the caliper bolts on axles with MPA/MTA suspensions and Meritor EX225 brakes were not tightened to the required torque. The problem came from the manual torque process, not from a bad caliper design. If a loose bolt backs out or the joint loses clamping force, the caliper can detach from the mounting flange and the brake at that wheel end loses proper support.
An operator can notice reduced braking performance and longer stopping distance. Treat that as the warning sign that the brake hardware is no longer holding as intended.
Who's affected?
| 2018 Silver Eagle VAST-20W | brake system |
|---|---|
| 2018 Silver Eagle VAST-20W | brake system |
| Units affected | 20 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2018 Silver Eagle VAST-20W trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
If a brake caliper detaches from its mounting flange, braking ability is reduced and the crash risk rises. Reduced braking performance or longer stopping distance is a warning sign. Schedule the inspection soon and have loose or missing bolts replaced. Repair is free at any franchised Silver Eagle dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018 Silver Eagle VAST-20W is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Silver Eagle dealer to schedule the free brake-caliper-bolt inspection and replacement of any loose or missing bolts.
- Bring the recall notice if Silver Eagle mailed one. If not, reference recall number 17V606 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the inspection and repair are complete. Leave extra stopping distance and avoid heavy loads.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Silver Eagle technician inspects the Meritor EX225 brake caliper bolts, checks torque, and replaces any loose or missing bolts. The recall repair is covered through Meritor reimbursement, including labor for administration, inspection, torque work, caliper removal or replacement, rotor replacement, and torque plate replacement. Fleet operators with prior related work should contact Silver Eagle customer service or the Meritor call center for reimbursement instructions and keep repair documentation available.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| September 28, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 10, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
| October 10, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 10, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V606?
Recall 17V606 covers 20 2018 Silver Eagle VAST-20W converter dolly trailers equipped with MPA/MTA suspensions and Meritor EX225 brakes. The brake caliper bolts were not properly torqued, which can let the caliper detach from the mounting flange and reduce braking ability.
What should I do if my 2018 Silver Eagle VAST-20W is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 17V606. If it is, contact Silver Eagle customer service at 1-800-547-6792 and ask how to arrange the brake caliper bolt inspection and replacement of any loose or missing bolts.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to provide the recall remedy at no cost. For recall 17V606, Meritor reimburses fleets to inspect the brake caliper bolts and replace any loose or missing bolts.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is reduced braking ability. If improperly torqued brake caliper bolts let the caliper detach from the mounting flange, the trailer can lose braking ability, increasing crash risk. Confirm your VIN, then arrange the inspection before returning the trailer to regular service.
When did the recall repair become available?
The recall began on October 10, 2017, and the remedy is available. Silver Eagle notified owners, and fleets are reimbursed through the recall process for the required brake caliper bolt inspection and replacement of any loose or missing bolts.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V606000 |
|---|---|
| Silver Eagle customer service | 1-800-547-6792 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V606 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V606000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →