Parker Hannifin Corp. | NHTSA Recall #04E017000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 04E017000 by Parker Hannifin Corp.. Includes 2,029 affected units, PARKER HANNIFIN/SUPER DUMP TELESCOPING CYLINDERS, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

8-inch; five stage telescopic cylinder commonly referred to as a "super dump" model # s85dc-55 and s85dc-56 for use on large framed and frameless end dump trailers and manufactured between july 1996 and june 2002. with use, the packing nut on the fourth stage retaining the plunger can loosen, backing off the fourth stage. this condition, if not remedied, can continue until the packing nut backs completely off the stage. if this occurs, there is nothing to retain the fifth stage (plunger) in the assembly.

Corrective Action

Parker mobile cylinder division will notify its customers and provide a field modification kit #375 1805 206 to secure the packing nut in position free of charge. owner notification is expected to begin march 4, 2004. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact parker hannifin at 1-888-231-7461.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 04E017000

Manufacturer: Parker Hannifin Corp.

Report Received Date: 2004-02-25T00:00:00

Subject: Parker hannifin/super dump telescoping cylinders

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 2,029

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: 8-inch; five stage telescopic cylinder commonly referred to as a "super dump" model # s85dc-55 and s85dc-56 for use on large framed and frameless end dump trailers and manufactured between july 1996 and june 2002. with use, the packing nut on the fourth stage retaining the plunger can loosen, backing off the fourth stage. this condition, if not remedied, can continue until the packing nut backs completely off the stage. if this occurs, there is nothing to retain the fifth stage (plunger) in the assembly.

Consequence Summary: When the cylinder is then extended to its maximum stroke, the fifth stage can separate from the cylinder assembly causing loss of control over the trailer, allowing the trailer to free fall, possibly causing serious injury or even death.

Corrective Action: Parker mobile cylinder division will notify its customers and provide a field modification kit #375 1805 206 to secure the packing nut in position free of charge. owner notification is expected to begin march 4, 2004. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact parker hannifin at 1-888-231-7461.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-z7ab~8qa8~2w8b

NHTSA ID: 04E017000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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