Sutphen/fmvss 121/air brake
Defect Summary
On certain emergency/fire/rescue single and tandem axle chassis, the brake air lines may have been incorrectly routed.
Safety Consequence
If the primary system malfunctioned to the point of complete failure, the improper routing would cause the rear brakes to become disabled thus requiring the vehicle to stop using only the front brakes, which could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and correct the routing of the brake lines. sutphen has inspected and corrected all vehicles involved in this campaign.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Redundant Sutphen Corp. or involving Service Brakes, Air.
FAQ: Recall 04V277000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 04V277000?
NHTSA recall 04V277000 was issued by Redundant Sutphen Corp. on June 7, 2004. It addresses: Sutphen/fmvss 121/air brake. The recall affects approximately 597 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Air component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Redundant Sutphen Corp. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04V277000 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.