Thieman Tailgates | NHTSA Recall #16E076000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16E076000 by Thieman Tailgates. Affecting tvl125, tvl125a, tvl16, tvl16a, and sp tvl125a al 75x48+18+6 d/facs liftgates manufactured september 25, 2014, to july 2, 2015 Includes 504 affected units, Roller Chains on Lift Gate may Fail, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

tvl125, tvl125a, tvl16, tvl16a, and sp tvl125a al 75x48+18+6 d/facs liftgates manufactured september 25, 2014, to july 2, 2015

Defect Summary

Thieman tailgates (thieman) is recalling certain tvl125, tvl125a, tvl16, tvl16a, and sp tvl125a al 75x48+18+6 d/facs liftgates manufactured september 25, 2014, to july 2, 2015. the roller chains on the affected liftgates may fail.

Corrective Action

Thieman has notified the truck equipment distributors/dealers, body manufacturers, and owners that purchased the affected liftgates and theiman distributors will replace the roller chains, free of charge. the recall began august 24, 2016. owners may contact alan freeman in thieman customer service at 1-800-524-5210 extension 104.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 16E076000

Manufacturer: Thieman Tailgates

Report Received Date: 2016-09-29T00:00:00

Subject: Roller chains on lift gate may fail

Component: Structure

Potentially Affected Units: 504

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: Thieman tailgates (thieman) is recalling certain tvl125, tvl125a, tvl16, tvl16a, and sp tvl125a al 75x48+18+6 d/facs liftgates manufactured september 25, 2014, to july 2, 2015. the roller chains on the affected liftgates may fail.

Consequence Summary: If a supporting chain fails unexpectedly during operation, one side of the platform would drop, increasing the risk of a injury to someone on the liftgate or those nearby.

Corrective Action: Thieman has notified the truck equipment distributors/dealers, body manufacturers, and owners that purchased the affected liftgates and theiman distributors will replace the roller chains, free of charge. the recall began august 24, 2016. owners may contact alan freeman in thieman customer service at 1-800-524-5210 extension 104.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 21.64

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NHTSA ID: 16E076000

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