NHTSA recall 09E016000 · Equipment
Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch
Reported Apr 15, 2009820 vehicles affectedTRIMARK CORPORATION
The defect
Trimark IS recalling certain door latches with product date codes 23A through 51A installed for use as original equipment on certain pierce manufacturing emergency vehicles. these latches fail to comply with the transverse pull static load requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no 206, "door locks and door retention components." the latches may "pop" into the secondary locking position.
The risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the door would not have primary closing security which could possibly lead to injury of the vehicle occupant.
The remedy
Trimark IS working with pierce to notify owners and replace the door latches free of charge. owners may contact trimark toll-free at 1-800-447-0343.