Reinke Manufacturing Company, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #06E048000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 06E048000 by Reinke Manufacturing Company, Inc.. Includes 20 affected units, ALUMINUM TOOLBOX BRACKET BREAKS, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Defect Summary
Certain reinke aluminum toolbox brackets, p/no. 223021, sold as aftermarket equipment for use on reinke trailers. during manufacture, the bend radius of the brackets was too small resulting in brackets with greatly reduced fatigue life. small cracks may develop along the bend radius lines of the brackets if installed as part of the toolbox mounting system. the cracks may further develop and the brackets may break causing the toolbox to separate from the trailer.
Corrective Action
Reinke will notify its customers and reinforce the brackets with aluminum gussets that will be welded on each side of each bracket free of charge. the recall began on june 22, 2006. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact reinke toll-free at 877-762-1001.