Key Takeaway
STRUCTURE:FRAME:MEMBERS AND BODY by THEURER INC. was recalled on July 31, 1986. What to do: ADD MISSING WELDS, REPAIR/REPLACE BOLTS, AND INSTALL REINFORCEMENT GUSSETS, AS NECESSARY.
STRUCTURE:FRAME:MEMBERS AND BODY
Description
THE OMISSION OF TWO WELDS THAT CONNECT THE PINTLE HOOK CROSSMEMBER ASSEMBLY TO THE TRAILER SUSPENSION SUBFRAME CAUSES FATIQUE CRACKS TO DEVELOP IN THE CROSSMEMBER. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: PINTLE HOOK CROSSMEMBER COULD SEPARATE FROM THE SUSPENSION SUBFRAME RESULTING IN A TOWED VEHICLE BEING SEPARATED FROM THE LEAD TRAILER WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. ALSO, LOOSENING OF FASTENERS THAT CONNECT THE BOGIE SUBFRAME TO THE BODY COULD RESULT IN SEPARATION OF THE BOGIE ASSEMBLY FROM THE TRAILER.
Remedy
ADD MISSING WELDS, REPAIR/REPLACE BOLTS, AND INSTALL REINFORCEMENT GUSSETS, AS NECESSARY.
Products Affected
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recall still active?
Check the status badge at the top of this page. "Ongoing" means the recall is still active and you should follow the remedy instructions. "Completed" or "Terminated" means the recall process has concluded, though the safety issue remains relevant for any unrepaired products.
How do I check if my product is affected?
Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.
What remedy is available for this recall?
The listed remedy for this recall is: ADD MISSING WELDS, REPAIR/REPLACE BOLTS, AND INSTALL REINFORCEMENT GUSSETS, AS NECESSARY.
Where can I find the original recall notice?
This recall was issued by NHTSA. You can view the original notice using the link provided above.