Safety Recall NHTSA · 94E027000 Reported September 12, 1994

Brakes:control assembly (computer)

Bendix Home Systems, Inc. · Service Brakes, Air · 2,574 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
94E027000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Service Brakes, Air
Vehicles Affected
2,574
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
September 12, 1994

Defect Summary

The rubber seat on the armature of the solenoids can swell causing the normally open inlet solenoid to restrict or block the trailer service brake control air pressure passage.

Safety Consequence

Restriction causes reduced trailer service brakingaction. Blockage causes complete loss of trailer service braking action. Thereis no warning of the deterioration of the trailer service brakes, which canresult in loss of vehicle control and an accident.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the mc-12 solenoids.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Bendix Home Systems, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 94E027000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 94E027000

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

What is recall 94E027000?

NHTSA recall 94E027000 was issued by Bendix Home Systems, Inc. on September 12, 1994. It addresses: Brakes:control assembly (computer). The recall affects approximately 2,574 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Air component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Bendix Home Systems, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 94E027000 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.