Strick Trailers, LLC is recalling certain model year 2007
— Recall Campaign #15V825000
Strick Trailers, LLC (Strick) is recalling certain model year 2007, 2009, and 2015 Dry Freight Van Trailers, equipped with rear impact guard gussets 59653 and 59654. These rear impact guard gussets increase the chances of injury in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 223, "Rear Impact Guards."
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 188 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
15V825000
| Manufacturer: | Strick Trailers, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | December 08, 2015 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 15V825000 |
| Units affected: | 188 |
- Description:
- Strick Trailers, LLC (Strick) is recalling certain model year 2007, 2009, and 2015 Dry Freight Van Trailers, equipped with rear impact guard gussets 59653 and 59654. These rear impact guard gussets increase the chances of injury in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 223, "Rear Impact Guards."
- Consequeces:
- If the rear impact guards do not meet safety standards, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Strick will notify owners, and dealers will install reinforcements, or replace the rear impact guards, free of charge. The recall began on February 1, 2016. Owners may contact Strick customer service at 1-704-436-2590.
- 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.