Fleetline Fender Bracket recalled over injury risk

Recall date

May 12, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Fleetline recalls Fleetline Fender Bracket

Recall number

15E038000

Brand / firm

Fleetline, Nu-line

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 3,200 units

Why it was recalled

If the fender is not supported, it may contact the tires, and the fender may be torn from the vehicle, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Fleetline is recalling certain Nu-Line and Fleetline Fender Brackets and Fender Kits with Fender Brackets, part numbers N230PMLH, N230PMRH, N230-19L, N230-19R, 1650-1, 1650-2, 1650-7 and 1650-8, manufactured January 1, 2015, to April 13, 2015. Due to an insufficient weld, portions of the affected fender brackets may separate, causing the fender to not be properly supported.

What to do

Fleetline will notify the end users who will be offered replacement brackets that bolt on, free of charge. The recall began on June 26, 2015. Owners may contact Fleetline customer service at 1-615-382-6100.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.