2014-2017 Walker Food Grade Tank Trailer recall: underbody shields
Walker Stainless Equipment Company LLC reported this safety recall on January 20, 2017. It covers about 543 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 543
- reported
- Jan 20, 2017
- owners notified
- Feb 8, 2017
Structure: frame and members: underbody shields
- What is wrong
- Walker Stainless Equipment Company LLC (Walker) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Food Grade Tank Trailers. The weld joints that attach the underride guard to the trailer frame may crack.
- Risk
- If the welds crack, the underride guard may detach from the trailer frame, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Walker will notify owners, and dealers will modify the underride guard mounting, free of charge. The recall began on February 8, 2017. Owners may contact Walker customer service at 1‑800‑356‑5734. Walker's number for this recall is W-6225,W-6279.
Recall number 17V048000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 17V048000
Is there a recall on the 2014-2017 Walker Food Grade Tank Trailer underbody shields?
Yes. Recall 17V048000, reported on January 20, 2017, covers about 543 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 17V048000?
Walker will notify owners, and dealers will modify the underride guard mounting, free of charge. The recall began on February 8, 2017. Owners may contact Walker customer service at 1‑800‑356‑5734. Walker's number for this recall is W-6225,W-6279.
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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