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2014-2016 Load Trail Triple Axle Tilt Deck recall: structure

Load Trail LLC reported this safety recall on July 26, 2016. It covers about 54 vehicles.

vehicles affected
54
reported
Jul 26, 2016
owners notified
Sep 21, 2016

Structure

What is wrong
Load Trail LLC (Load Trail) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 81.5 x 22 Triple Axle Tilt Deck trailers manufactured January 1, 2014, to January 1, 2016. The affected trailers, sold through Altec for use in transporting TDA58 Articulating Telescopic Aerial Devices, have weld joints that may crack where the front bumper, frame, and the stationary deck are joined.
Risk
If the welds fail, the equipment may disengage from the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Load Trail will notify owners, and dealers will repair the weld joints on the trailers, free of charge. The recall began on September 21, 2016. Owners may contact Load Trail customer service at 1‑800‑650‑5194.

Recall number 16V557000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 16V557000

Is there a recall on the 2014-2016 Load Trail Triple Axle Tilt Deck structure?

Yes. Recall 16V557000, reported on July 26, 2016, covers about 54 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 16V557000?

Load Trail will notify owners, and dealers will repair the weld joints on the trailers, free of charge. The recall began on September 21, 2016. Owners may contact Load Trail customer service at 1‑800‑650‑5194.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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