Bendix/electronic control unit/possible fire
Defect Summary
Bendix ec-30t electronic control units (ecu) used or installed on towed vehicles such as trailers and dollies and also sold as aftermarket replacement equipment. these units were sold from august 7, 2000, through september 22, 2003. if the trailer-mounted abs warning lamp circuit experiences an electrical short and the short is not repaired, the high side power switch inside the ecu that controls the illumination of the trailer-mounted abs warning lamp may eventually become thermally stressed and experience an electrical short.
Safety Consequence
If the power switch shorts, it can result in an over-current condition in the ecu and lead to excessive heat, smoke, and possible fire.
Corrective Action
Bendix will notify its customers and will provide a remedy to owners free of charge. owner notification began january 6, 2004. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bendix recall assistance center at 1-800-478-1793.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, Llc or involving Service Brakes, Air.
FAQ: Recall 03E043000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 03E043000?
NHTSA recall 03E043000 was issued by Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, Llc on September 23, 2003. It addresses: Bendix/electronic control unit/possible fire. The recall affects approximately 28,508 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Air component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 03E043000 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.