NHTSA Recall 93V009000
NHTSA Campaign Id 93V009000; Date: Jan. 19, 1993
If fatigue cracks progress far enough, the rear gate canseparate and fall off, without warning, into the path of following traffic,and cause other vehicles to crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
1991 Dorsey Caet; 1992 Dorsey Caet; 1991 Dorsey Oaedt; 1992 Dorsey Oaedt
Component: Structure:body:tailgate
Manufactured by: Dorsey Trailers, Inc.
Affected Units:: 60
Recall Summary:
The top hinged rear gate (door) horizontal structural member develops fatigue cracks because of bending at the hinges and center brace attachment bracket.
How to Fix:
Reinforce the hinges and the center brace attachment bracket by qualified welders from dorsey authorized firms.
Recall Notes:
System: structure. Vehicle description: bulk haul open top semi vans.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jan 19, 1993
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