NHTSA Recall 93V101000
NHTSA Campaign Id 93V101000; Date: Jun. 8, 1993
Should a failure occur, the rear wheel assembly wouldseparate from the frame, which could result in loss of vehicle control andan accident.
Recalled Vehicles:
1989 Strick Bridgemaster; 1990 Strick Bridgemaster; 1991 Strick Bridgemaster; 1992 Strick Bridgemaster; 1993 Strick Bridgemaster
Component: Trailer Hitches:fifth Wheel Assembly
Manufactured by: Strick Corporation
Affected Units:: 461
Recall Summary:
The attachment mechanism connecting the rear wheel assembly to the frame may fail.
How to Fix:
Reinforce the attachment mechanism with more bolts and weld these bolts in place, replace any mechanisms that demonstrate premature fatigue and add support straps to the attachment mechanism.
Recall Notes:
System: structure. Vehicle description: truck trailer chassis using a birdgemaster rear wheelassembly. Note: all purchasers of this equipment are being notified by strick corporationand are being advised to use a visual inspection procedure on the equipmentimmediately and on an ongoing basis. The inspection procedure involvesinspecting the tightness of the bolts and the integrity of certain welds. Allequipment which fails to meet the inspection criteria is to be immediatelygrounded until authorized personnel can perform necessary repairs.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 7, 1993
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