NHTSA Recall 17V603000
NHTSA Campaign Id 17V603000; Date: Sep. 27, 2017
Detachment of the counter weight while the dolly is in motion can increase the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2012 Wabash Converter Dolly; 2013 Wabash Converter Dolly
Component: Structure:body
Manufactured by: Wabash National Corporation
Affected Units:: 73
Recall Summary:
Wabash national corporation (wabash) is recalling certain 2012-2013 converter dolly trailers. The affected trailers have fasteners connecting the counter weight tube to the body that may wear and/or loosen over time allowing the detachment of the counterweight tube from the converter dolly body while in motion.
How to Fix:
Wabash will notify owners, and dealers will weld the counter weight permanently to the structure, free of charge. The recall began on October 12, 2017. Owners may contact wabash customer service at 1-765-771-5404.
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: Oct 12, 2017
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