CarRecallWatch- Component
- LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Problem
- MANAC, Inc. (MANAC) is recalling certain 2011-2020 Flatbed trailers. The Buffers USA Twistlock configuration may unintentionally rotate to the unlock position, potentially allowing the container that the trailer is transporting to become unstable or detach from the trailer.
- Risk
- A container that is not securely attached to the trailer can increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Manac will notify owners and will provide a secondary locking mechanism to secure the twistlock configuration, free of charge. The recall began October 31, 2019. Owners may contact Manac customer service at 1-800-361-7900.
- 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 flatbed trailers may have Buffers USA twistlocks that can unintentionally rotate to the unlock position. When this happens, the container being carried may become unstable or detach from the trailer.
A container that is not securely attached to the trailer raises the risk of a crash. Owners should take this seriously and act promptly.
The manufacturer, MANAC, Inc., will notify owners and provide a secondary locking mechanism to secure the twistlock configuration at no cost. Owners can contact MANAC customer service at 1-800-361-7900, and should check their VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Manac Flatbed | 201220132014201520162017201820192020 |
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