1993-1994 Dorsey Ddgtc, Dorsey DGTC and others recall: trailer hitches

Dorsey Trailers, Inc. reported this safety recall on September 1, 1994. It covers about 148 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 148
reported: Sep 1, 1994
owners notified: Sep 20, 1994

Trailer hitches

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

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 94V161000

Is there a recall on the 1993-1994 Dorsey Ddgtc, Dorsey DGTC and others trailer hitches?

Yes. Recall 94V161000, reported on September 1, 1994, covers about 148 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 94V161000?

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.

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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