Heil Trailer International | NHTSA Recall #09V029000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 09V029000 by Heil Trailer International. Includes 294 affected units, INTRA-LITE FRAME FAILURES, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Heil is recalling 294 my 2005-2008 heil petro trailers equipped with intra-lite frames. the integrity of the hanger bracing could result in cracking at the rear of the suspension frame.

Corrective Action

Heil will replace the front suspension two attachment point bolted hanger cross brace with a six attachment bolted cross brace kit to reinforce the frame structure. in addition, the brake air reservoir mounting will be changed from direct frame mount to bracket attachment mount. the recall began on january 8, 2009. owners may contact heil at 1-800-400-6913.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 09V029000

Manufacturer: Heil Trailer International

Report Received Date: 2009-01-16T00:00:00

Subject: Intra-lite frame failures

Component: Structure

Potentially Affected Units: 294

Details

MFR Campaign Number: EWR282

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Heil is recalling 294 my 2005-2008 heil petro trailers equipped with intra-lite frames. the integrity of the hanger bracing could result in cracking at the rear of the suspension frame.

Consequence Summary: Such a crack, if left unattended, could progress to an abrupt failure in the hanger, which could cause a crash without prior warning.

Corrective Action: Heil will replace the front suspension two attachment point bolted hanger cross brace with a six attachment bolted cross brace kit to reinforce the frame structure. in addition, the brake air reservoir mounting will be changed from direct frame mount to bracket attachment mount. the recall began on january 8, 2009. owners may contact heil at 1-800-400-6913.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-e9n4~t2xm.jtec

NHTSA ID: 09V029000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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