CarRecallWatch- Component
- STRUCTURE:BODY
- Problem
- Manac Inc. (Manac) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Van Trailers. The aluminum rivets that secure the external rub rails may fail, allowing the rub rails to detach.
- Risk
- If the rub rail detaches, it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- Manac will notify owners and dealers will replace the aluminum rivets with stainless steel rivets, free of charge. The recall began on May 1, 2017. Owners may contact Manac customer service at 1-418-228-2018.
- 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
Aluminum rivets securing the external rub rails on certain 2016-2017 Manac van trailers may fail, allowing the rub rails to come loose.
If a rub rail detaches, it can become a road hazard for other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Manac will notify owners, and the remedy is free: authorized dealers will replace the aluminum rivets with stainless steel rivets at no charge. The recall began May 1, 2017. You can also contact Manac customer service at 1-418-228-2018 with questions, and check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Manac Van Trailer | 20162017 |
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