Lippert | NHTSA Recall #22E043000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 22E043000 by Lippert. Affecting curt retrac maglatch bracket kits, with part number 207980, sold for use with protec series grill guards on 2021 kenworth t680 and peterbilt 579 tractor trailers Includes 52 affected units, Grill Guard Mounting Bracket May Break, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

curt retrac maglatch bracket kits, with part number 207980, sold for use with protec series grill guards on 2021 kenworth t680 and peterbilt 579 tractor trailers

Defect Summary

Lippert components, inc. (dba curt by lippert) is recalling certain curt retrac maglatch bracket kits, with part number 207980, sold for use with protec series grill guards on 2021 kenworth t680 and peterbilt 579 tractor trailers. the mounting bracket metal may fracture, causing the bracket to bend or break.

Corrective Action

Curt by lippert will mail new bracket kits with replacement instructions, free of charge. owners notification letters were mailed june 20, 2022. owners may contact curt by lippert at (877) 287-8634. lippert's number for this recall is 2022-01-curt.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 22E043000
Manufacturer: Lippert
Report Received Date: 2022-05-23T00:00:00
Subject: Grill guard mounting bracket may break
Component: Structure
Potentially Affected Units: 52

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 2022-01-CURT
Recall Type: Equipment
Defect Summary: Lippert components, inc. (dba curt by lippert) is recalling certain curt retrac maglatch bracket kits, with part number 207980, sold for use with protec series grill guards on 2021 kenworth t680 and peterbilt 579 tractor trailers. the mounting bracket metal may fracture, causing the bracket to bend or break.
Consequence Summary: A bent or broken mounting bracket can cause damage to the grill guard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Curt by lippert will mail new bracket kits with replacement instructions, free of charge. owners notification letters were mailed june 20, 2022. owners may contact curt by lippert at (877) 287-8634. lippert's number for this recall is 2022-01-curt.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 100

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SID: row-nj8h~fv9n.42hc
NHTSA ID: 22E043000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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