Dover | NHTSA Recall #83E009000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 83E009000 by Dover. Includes 225 affected units, EQUIPMENT:LIFT:WHEEL/TOWING APPARATUS, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

The pivot pin which joins the boom of the wheel lift to the carrier may wear excessively and could fracture. Separation of the carrier, and the towed vehicle, from the boom that attaches to the wrecker would occur. This failure is due to inadequate lubrication and restraint of the pivot pin.

Corrective Action

All recalled units will be modified by installing a new pin, which limits rotation of the wheel lift unit, and by installing lubrication fittings.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 83E009000

Manufacturer: Dover

Report Received Date: 1983-07-19T00:00:00

Subject: Equipment:lift:wheel/towing apparatus

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 225

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: The pivot pin which joins the boom of the wheel lift to the carrier may wear excessively and could fracture. Separation of the carrier, and the towed vehicle, from the boom that attaches to the wrecker would occur. This failure is due to inadequate lubrication and restraint of the pivot pin.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: All recalled units will be modified by installing a new pin, which limits rotation of the wheel lift unit, and by installing lubrication fittings.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-d7fa_sus3.6q9q

NHTSA ID: 83E009000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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