Kubota M7-173: The Pilot Pipe Of The Single Line Hydraulic Trailer Brake Valve Could Break Under High Strain/vibration

Kubota is recalling 2,160 M7-series tractors because the pilot pipe in the hydraulic trailer brake valve may break when exposed to high strain or vibration where it connects to the valve. This could affect the trailer brake function. Kubota will install a replacement countermeasure pipe on affected vehicles.

Recalling firm
KUBOTA
Product
Vehicles: KUBOTA M7-173, KUBOTA M7-172, KUBOTA M7-132, KUBOTA M7-152, KUBOTA M7-153, KUBOTA M7-133. Units affected: 2,160
Reason
The pilot pipe of the single line hydraulic trailer brake valve could break under high strain/vibration at�the fitting of the pipe to the valve. Remedy: Install a countermeasure pipe on effected vehicles.
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2023-06-19
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/01f956ee-26a9-40a0-a25a-a7879ac9cfcb