Strick Trailers, LLC is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 single axle 28 foot van trailers
— Recall Campaign #16V234000
Strick Trailers, LLC (Strick) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 single axle 28 foot van trailers manufactured July 25, 2004, to February 3, 2009 and equipped with rear impact guards using gussets 55997 and 555998. These rear impact guard gussets could 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 167 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
16V234000
| Manufacturer: | Strick Trailers, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | April 21, 2016 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 16V234000 |
| Units affected: | 167 |
- Description:
- Strick Trailers, LLC (Strick) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 single axle 28 foot van trailers manufactured July 25, 2004, to February 3, 2009 and equipped with rear impact guards using gussets 55997 and 555998. These rear impact guard gussets could 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 the safety standards, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Strick will notify owners, and service centers will install reinforcements to the rear impact guards, free of charge. The recall began on June 15, 2016. Owners may contact Strick customer service at 1-260-692-1300.
- 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.