NHTSA recall 02V001000
Suspension
Strick Trailer
Reported Jan 4, 200278 vehicles affectedSTRICK CORPORATIONBuilt Jun 1, 1993 – Jul 31, 1993
The defect
On certain 28' van trailers supplied to usf dugan, cracks have occurred in the crossmembers above the suspension.
The risk
The axle and suspension assembly could out from under the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will replace cracked crossmembers above the suspension; the vertical member at the rear of the suspension beam will be fully welded to the beam and rear frame; and the "i" crossmember at the front of the suspension will be replaced with a tube. owner notification began november 7, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact strick at 1-215-949-3600.