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- STRUCTURE
- Problem
- Strick Trailers, LLC (Strick) is recalling certain model year 2001, 2003, 2005, and 2008-2012 Single axle van trailers equipped with rear impact guards using gussets 50185 and 50186. These rear impact guard gussets increase the chances of injury in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 223, "Rear Impact Guards."
- Risk
- If the rear impact guards do not meet the safety standards, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Remedy
- Strick will notify owners, and service centers will install reinforcements free of charge. The recall began on April 15, 2016. Owners may contact Strick customer service at 1-704-436-2590.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain single axle van trailers have rear impact guards that use specific gussets, which can fail to meet federal rear impact guard safety requirements. If the guard does not meet the standard, it can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Strick Trailers will notify owners and service centers will install reinforcements to the rear impact guard at no cost to you. The recall began April 15, 2016. To check whether your trailer is affected, look up your VIN for open recalls, and contact Strick customer service at 1-704-436-2590 with questions.
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Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Strick Single Axle Van Trailer | 20012003200520082009201020112012 |
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