Safety Recall NHTSA · 02E057000 Reported November 7, 2002

Bendix/air dryers

Q: What is recall 02E057000?

NHTSA recall 02E057000 was issued by Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, Llc on November 7, 2002. It addresses: Bendix/air dryers. The recall affects approximately 2,940 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls . NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

Q: How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, Llc · N/A · 2,940 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

02E057000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, Llc

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

2,940

Recall Type

Equipment

Report Received

November 7, 2002

Defect Summary

Bendix ad-2 air dryers manufactured between november 7, 2001, and may 28, 2002. original equipment part nos. 288595 and 289008 and aftermarket service part nos. 102351, 102595, 103090, 103228, 286930, 286934, 288595, and 289008. the air dryer canisters can crack under high pressures causing the metal end plate to become dislodged and expelled with high force.

Safety Consequence

The metal end plate can become a hazardous projectile, possibly causing severe personal injury.

Corrective Action

Bendix will replace the defective ad-2 air dryers free of charge. replacement parts will be available after february 15, 2003. owner notification began june 18, 2003. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bendix recall assistance center at 800-478-1793.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 02E057000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

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FAQ: Recall 02E057000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 02E057000?

NHTSA recall 02E057000 was issued by Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, Llc on November 7, 2002. It addresses: Bendix/air dryers. The recall affects approximately 2,940 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02E057000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.