Benson International, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #04V146000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 04V146000 by Benson International, Inc.. Includes 1 affected units, BENSON/PARKER HANNIFIN/TELESCOPIC CYLINDER, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain large framed and frameless end dump trailers, the 8-inch five stage telescopic cylinder commonly referred to as a "super dump", 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 hannifin will provide a field modification kit #375 1805 206 to secure the packing nut in position free of charge. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact parker hannifin at 1-888-231-7461 or benson at 1-877-489-9020.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 04V146000

Manufacturer: Benson International, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2004-03-24T00:00:00

Subject: Benson/parker hannifin/telescopic cylinder

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 1

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 2004 PHC

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain large framed and frameless end dump trailers, the 8-inch five stage telescopic cylinder commonly referred to as a "super dump", 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 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 death.

Corrective Action: Parker hannifin will provide a field modification kit #375 1805 206 to secure the packing nut in position free of charge. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact parker hannifin at 1-888-231-7461 or benson at 1-877-489-9020.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-ediw_49w2-phz2

NHTSA ID: 04V146000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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