NHTSA Recall 16V674000
NHTSA Campaign Id 16V674000; Date: Sep. 19, 2016
If the rad detaches from the trailer it may be a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2015 Utility Flatbed Trailers; 2016 Utility Flatbed Trailers; 2017 Utility Flatbed Trailers
Component: Equipment
Manufactured by: Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company
Affected Units:: 66
Recall Summary:
Utility trailer manufacturing company (utility) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 flatbed trailers, model fs2cha, manufactured January 1, 2015, to September 16, 2016, equipped with certain conestoga xp sliding trailer tarping systems with rad-style rear closures. In the affected trailers, the rear aerodynamic device (rad) may separate from the rear of the tarping system, due to rivet failure.
How to Fix:
Utility will notify owners, and dealers will replace the mounting rivets with a bolted connection, free of charge. The recall began on September 20, 2016. Owners may contact utility customer service at 1-818-965-1541.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 20, 2016
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