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1994 Dorsey DGTL-C recalls

There are 2 safety recalls on record for the 1994 Dorsey DGTL-C, covering 812 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Trailer hitchesReported September 1, 1994 · 148 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Due to an inadequate design, the chain sleeve anchor attachment can detach from the trailer frame.
Risk
When in use to secure cargo, failure of the chain sleeve anchor attachments can result in loss of cargo onto the roadway and can result in vehicle crash by other vehicles using the roadway.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect trailers for damage to the chain sleeve attachment, add a reinforcement bar and an additional weld to the bottom of the chain sleeve, weld up cracks in the crossmember web, and add web reinforcement bars to the cross member on units which show damage to the chain sleeve attachment to the floor crossmember.

Recall number 94V161000 · Recall details

Structure: frame and membersReported June 20, 1994 · 664 vehicles affected
What is wrong
An inadequate weld in the attachment of the steel floor crossmembers to the aluminum body border can crack under certain conditions and result in a lack of lateral support to cargo loaded on the trailer.
Risk
Inadequate lateral support can result in shifting of cargo in the bed of the trailer and possible spillage of stacked cargo off the side of the trailer bed, causing road hazards and danger to individuals in positions next to the trailer.
Remedy
Dealers will add a steel single clip at each end of each floor crossmember with the clip being bolted to the steel crossmember with two each 0.375" diameter bolts and being bolted to the aluminum body border with two each 0.375" diameter bolts. Dorsey will work with owners to locate a dorsey distributor or another trailer repair facility in the owner's area of operation who will perform the remedy. Dorsey will also allow owners to perform the remedy if the owner has repair facilities and wishes to perform the remedy.

Recall number 94V116000 · Recall details

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No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.

How many recalls does the 1994 Dorsey DGTL-C have?

2, covering trailer hitches and structure.

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