Reported Jan 27, 1995304 vehicles affectedMONON CORPORATION
The defect
Missing welds in the upper coupler assembly can lead to fatigue cracks in the bottom plate of the assembly over a length of time, causing failure of the upper coupler assembly.
The risk
This condition can result in separation of the upper control assembly with the potential for a vehicle accident.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect the trailers for fatigue cracks and reweld the upper coupler assemblies, if necessary.
System: equipment; trailer hitches and attachments.vehicle description: closed top dry freight van trailers.note: if the vehicle IS presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy IS not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, please contact monon at 1-800-757-2378. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.