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1998-1999 Polar Tank Trailer recall: storage

Polar Tank Trailer, Inc. reported this safety recall on June 22, 1999. It covers about 221 vehicles.

vehicles affected
221
reported
Jun 22, 1999

Fuel system, gasoline: storage

What is wrong
Vehicle description: tank trucks and trailers using emco wheaton emergency discharge valves. The shear groove is too close to the seal face of the valve. In certain side impact collisions, the material around the valve seat can tear.
Risk
This can result in the possibility of fuel leakage from the tank truck, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Emco will replace the affected valves with another valve that does not contain the design defect.

Recall number 99V188002

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 99V188002

Is there a recall on the 1998-1999 Polar Tank Trailer storage?

Yes. Recall 99V188002, reported on June 22, 1999, covers about 221 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 99V188002?

Emco will replace the affected valves with another valve that does not contain the design defect.

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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