Cheetah Chassis Corporation | NHTSA Recall #13V501000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 13V501000 by Cheetah Chassis Corporation. Affecting model year 2010-2014 20-40 maximizer trailers manufactured september 14, 2009, through october 3, 2013 Includes 254 affected units, Weld Fracture at Locating Pins, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2010-2014 20-40 maximizer trailers manufactured september 14, 2009, through october 3, 2013

Defect Summary

Cheetah chassis corporation (cheetah) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 20-40 maximizer trailers manufactured september 14, 2009, through october 3, 2013. in the affected trailers, the weld joining the locator pin's shaft and collar may fail leading to a separation of the locating pin's shaft and collar.

Corrective Action

Cheetah will notify owners and pay for installation of new locating pin assemblies that it will supply, free of charge. The recall began on november 22, 2013. owners may contact cheetah chassis at 1-704-436-2590.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 13V501000
Manufacturer: Cheetah Chassis Corporation
Report Received Date: 2013-10-17T00:00:00
Subject: Weld fracture at locating pins
Component: Structure
Potentially Affected Units: 254

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Cheetah chassis corporation (cheetah) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 20-40 maximizer trailers manufactured september 14, 2009, through october 3, 2013. in the affected trailers, the weld joining the locator pin's shaft and collar may fail leading to a separation of the locating pin's shaft and collar.
Consequence Summary: As a result, the vehicle's suspension section may become separated during the repositioning procedure and cause injury to those in close proximity to the vehicle. additionally, the parts may separate from the vehicle and fall onto the roadway while the vehicle is in operation, which could result in serious injury to other motorists or property damage to other vehicles.
Corrective Action: Cheetah will notify owners and pay for installation of new locating pin assemblies that it will supply, free of charge. The recall began on november 22, 2013. owners may contact cheetah chassis at 1-704-436-2590.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 90.94

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NHTSA ID: 13V501000
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Created At: 1742808662
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