Davis Equipment Corporation | NHTSA Recall #12V150000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12V150000 by Davis Equipment Corporation. Includes 25 affected units, REAR BUMPER, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Davis equipment corporation (dec) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 merritt commodity trailer 38? grain hoppers. The conveyor belt on these vehicles extends out of the rear of the trailer in the rear impact zone of the back wheels and does not meet the requirements for rear impact protection.

Corrective Action

Dec will notify owners, and dealers will correct the rear bumper placement as necessary. the remedy will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on may 1, 2012. owners may contact dec at 1-515-270-8300.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 12V150000
Manufacturer: Davis Equipment Corporation
Report Received Date: 2012-04-06T00:00:00
Subject: Rear bumper
Component: Equipment
Potentially Affected Units: 25

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Davis equipment corporation (dec) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 merritt commodity trailer 38? grain hoppers. The conveyor belt on these vehicles extends out of the rear of the trailer in the rear impact zone of the back wheels and does not meet the requirements for rear impact protection.
Consequence Summary: If a rear impact occurred, it is possible that the following vehicle would impact the conveyor before impacting the trailer?s bumper, possibly resulting in serious injury or death.
Corrective Action: Dec will notify owners, and dealers will correct the rear bumper placement as necessary. the remedy will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on may 1, 2012. owners may contact dec at 1-515-270-8300.

Safety Information

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

Metadata

SID: row-jzfc~5pek-jiax
NHTSA ID: 12V150000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
Created Meta: N/A
Updated At: 1742808662
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