KIDRON 2014 KIDRON REFRIGERATED TRAILER Recall
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2014 KIDRON REFRIGERATED TRAILER
Brand
KIDRON
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2014
VT Hackney, Inc. is recalling certain 2014 KIDRON REFRIGERATED TRAILER vehicles due to service brakes, air issues. If the ABS module on the second trailer does not function properly, the trailer may have an increased braking distance in an emergency braking situati.
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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."
Reported concern (NHTSA)
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.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026