Recall 17V733 affects 8 2017 Burch Cargo Tank trailers for loose brake caliper bolts. Burch and Meritor reimburse inspection and needed bolt replacement.
Burch is recalling 8 2017 Cargo Tank trailers equipped with MPA/MTA suspensions and Meritor EX225 brakes because the brake caliper bolts can be under-torqued. If a caliper detaches from its mounting flange, braking ability is lost and crash risk increases; the Burch dealer repair is free.
Does this recall apply to your specific vehicle?
The official, free per-VIN recall check is run by NHTSA. Enter your VIN and we'll forward you directly — and add you to a free watchlist so you hear about new recalls for your vehicle.
Check my VIN at NHTSARecallNotify doesn't check your VIN — NHTSA's official tool does. We use your email only to alert you to new recalls.
Watch this vehicle for recalls
Add it to your free watchlist and we will alert you as new federal recalls are posted for your year, make and model. New-recall alerts are rolling out now.
You are on the watchlist.
We will email you as new federal recalls are posted for your vehicle.
What's wrong?
The air disc brake caliper on a 2017 Burch Cargo Tank trailer is the clamp that presses the brake pads against the disc when air pressure applies the brakes. It is held to the axle mounting flange by caliper bolts, so the caliper stays square to the disc as the trailer brakes. On these trailers, the affected setup uses MPA/MTA suspensions with Meritor EX225 brakes.
The problem is at the bolt torque. The axle assemblies came from Meritor as assembled units, and the brake caliper bolts were not tightened to the required torque at the factory. If those bolts loosen, the caliper no longer stays fixed to the mounting flange and can detach from its mount.
There is no warning sign before failure. A driver or fleet mechanic should not rely on noise, pedal feel, or visible movement to identify an affected trailer before the caliper separates.
Who's affected?
| 2017 Burch Cargo Tank | brake system |
|---|---|
| 2017 Burch Cargo Tank | brake system |
| Units affected | 8 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2017 Burch Cargo Tank trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
An improperly torqued caliper bolt can let a brake caliper detach from its mounting flange. If that happens, braking ability is reduced and crash risk increases. Have the caliper bolts inspected promptly, with loose or missing bolts replaced. Repair is free at any franchised Burch dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017 Burch Cargo Tank is included in this recall.
- Contact Burch customer service at 1-800-882-7640 to confirm where to schedule the free brake-caliper bolt inspection and repair.
- Schedule the brake-caliper bolt service that secures the caliper to the mounting flange and prevents loss of braking ability.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, and reference recall number 17V733 when you call.
- Limit trailer use until the inspection is complete, and leave extra stopping distance if the trailer has to be moved.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Burch technician inspects the brake caliper bolts on the Meritor EX225 brake axles and replaces any bolts that are loose or missing. Parts and labor are covered through the recall. Burch has notified owners, and Meritor reimburses fleets for the inspection and bolt replacement work covered by this campaign. If your fleet already paid for the same bolt inspection or repair before the recall work was completed, ask Burch customer service or the Meritor call center how to submit documentation under the reimbursement plan on file.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| October 3, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
|---|---|
| November 20, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
| January 1, 2018 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| January 1, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V733?
Recall 17V733 covers 8 2017 Burch Cargo Tank trailers equipped with MPA/MTA suspensions and Meritor EX225 brakes. The issue is brake caliper bolts that were not torqued correctly, allowing the caliper to detach from the mounting flange and causing loss of braking ability.
What should I do if my 2017 Burch Cargo Tank is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 17V733. If it is, contact Burch or a franchised Burch service location to arrange the brake-caliper-bolt inspection. Reference recall 17V733 when you call. Loose or missing bolts are replaced as part of the recall remedy.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to correct the defect at no cost. Burch says fleets will be reimbursed by Meritor to inspect the brake caliper bolts and replace any loose or missing bolts under recall 17V733.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of braking ability. If the brake caliper bolts are not torqued correctly and the caliper detaches from the mounting flange, the trailer loses braking performance, increasing crash risk. Confirm the VIN and arrange the inspection before putting the trailer back into regular service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V733000 |
|---|---|
| Burch customer service | 1-800-882-7640 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V733 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V733000 |
Source documents
-
Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly 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 →