Truck Equipment Service Company | NHTSA Recall #07V578000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 07V578000 by Truck Equipment Service Company. Includes 112 affected units, FRAME TO MAIN CHASSIS CRACKS, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain 'rock pup' 3 axle trailers with 16' dump boxes, cracks can develop in the welds which hold the 'nose' of the frame to the main chassis. the 16' box mount causes a steel frame plate to be shortened causing a reduction in strength.

Corrective Action

Trailer owners will inspect the welds where the sloped frame 'nose' welds to the horizontal main frame rails. if cracks are found, a frame update kit will be sent to the owners to have the repairs performed locally. the recall began on decemer 20, 2007. owners may contat truck equipment at 1-402-476-3225.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 07V578000
Manufacturer: Truck Equipment Service Company
Report Received Date: 2007-12-18T00:00:00
Subject: Frame to main chassis cracks
Component: Structure
Potentially Affected Units: 112

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: On certain 'rock pup' 3 axle trailers with 16' dump boxes, cracks can develop in the welds which hold the 'nose' of the frame to the main chassis. the 16' box mount causes a steel frame plate to be shortened causing a reduction in strength.
Consequence Summary: The chassis and box can separate from the drawbar causing a loss of control which could result in a crash.
Corrective Action: Trailer owners will inspect the welds where the sloped frame 'nose' welds to the horizontal main frame rails. if cracks are found, a frame update kit will be sent to the owners to have the repairs performed locally. the recall began on decemer 20, 2007. owners may contat truck equipment at 1-402-476-3225.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 07V578000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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