Strick Trailers, Llc | NHTSA Recall #16V130000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V130000 by Strick Trailers, Llc. Affecting model year 2001, 2003, 2005, and 2008-2012 single axle van trailers equipped with rear impact guards using gussets 50185 and 50186 Includes 233 affected units, Rear Impact Guards/FMVSS 223, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModelsmodel year 2001, 2003, 2005, and 2008-2012 single axle van trailers equipped with rear impact guards using gussets 50185 and 50186
Defect Summary
Strick trailers, llc (strick) is recalling certain model year 2001, 2003, 2005, and 2008-2012 single axle van trailers equipped with rear impact guards using gussets 50185 and 50186. these rear impact guard gussets increase the chances of injury in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) no. 223, "rear impact guards."
Corrective Action
Strick will notify owners, and service centers will install reinforcements free of charge. the recall began on april 15, 2016. Owners may contact strick customer service at 1-704-436-2590.