Safety Recall NHTSA · 21E015000 Reported February 18, 2021

Check valve retainer not properly seated/fmvss 121

Q: What is recall 21E015000?

NHTSA recall 21E015000 was issued by Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, Llc on February 18, 2021. It addresses: Check valve retainer not properly seated/fmvss 121. The recall affects approximately 2,090 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 · 2,090 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

21E015000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, Llc

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

2,090

Recall Type

Equipment

Report Received

February 18, 2021

Defect Summary

Bendix commercial vehicle systems, llc (bendix) is recalling certain sc-3 single check valves, part number k094964. the retainer may not be properly seated in the retainer groove, causing an air leak within the brake system. as such, these check valves fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 121, "air brake systems."

Safety Consequence

An air leak in the brake system can affect braking ability and increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Bendix will notify vehicle manufacturers, and replace the sc-3 single check valves, free of charge. owners may contact bendix customer service at 1-877-345-9526.

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 21E015000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 21E015000

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

What is recall 21E015000?

NHTSA recall 21E015000 was issued by Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, Llc on February 18, 2021. It addresses: Check valve retainer not properly seated/fmvss 121. The recall affects approximately 2,090 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 21E015000 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.