There have been 2 safety recalls for the Dorsey Dgtc. The most recent recalls are shown below. Table 1 and Table 2 show the historical recalls and the recall statistics by the model year of the Dorsey Dgtc.
When in use to secure cargo, failure of the chain sleeve anchor attachments can result in loss of cargo onto the roadway and can result in vehicle crash by other vehicles using the roadway.
| Recalled Vehicles: 1994 Dorsey Ddgtc, 1994 Dorsey Dgtc, 1993 Dorsey Dgth, 1994 Dorsey Dgth, 1993 Dorsey Dgtl, 1994 Dorsey Dgtl, 1994 Dorsey Dgtl-c, 1994 Dorsey Dgts |
| Component: TRAILER HITCHES |
| Recall Summary: Due to an inadequate design, the chain sleeve anchor attachment can detach from the trailer frame. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
Inadequate lateral support can result in shifting of cargo in the bed of the trailer and possible spillage of stacked cargo off the side of the trailer bed, causing road hazards and danger to individuals in positions next to the trailer.
| Recalled Vehicles: 1994 Dorsey Ddgtc, 1994 Dorsey Dgtc, 1994 Dorsey Dgtc-po, 1993 Dorsey Dgtl-c, 1994 Dorsey Dgtl-c |
| Component: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS |
| Recall Summary: An inadequate weld in the attachment of the steel floor crossmembers to the aluminum body border can crack under certain conditions and result in a lack of lateral support to cargo loaded on the trailer. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
| Date | Component | Vehicle Affected |
|---|---|---|
| Sep. 1, 1994 | Trailer Hitche | 148 |
| Jun. 20, 1994 | Structure:frame And Members | 664 |