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2016 John Evans Cheetah Tandem Flatbed Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2016 John Evans Cheetah Tandem Flatbed has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized John Evans dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2016 John Evans Cheetah Tandem Flatbed. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
NHTSA #16V470000Reported June 27, 2016 · John Evans Mfg.
Potentially affected: 2 vehicles
Defect description
John Evans Mfg. (John Evans) is recalling certain 2016 Cheetah tandem axle flatbed trailers manufactured July 29, 2015, to August 6, 2015, equipped with certain Haldex Life Seal Type 30/30 Long Stroke Air Brake Actuators. The affected vehicles may experience brake drag due to an improperly seated diaphragm in the brake chamber.
Safety consequence
Brake drag may result in a wheel end fire.
Manufacturer remedy
John Evans will notify owners, and service centers will replace the actuators, free of charge. The recall began on July 6, 2016. Owners may contact John Evans customer service at 1-803-436-3100.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
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