Strick Single Axle Van Trailer recalled over injury risk

Recall date

March 3, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Strick Trailers, LLC recalls 2001–2012 Strick Single Axle Van Trailer

Recall number

16V130000

Brand / firm

Strick

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 233 units

Why it was recalled

If the rear impact guards do not meet the safety standards, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

What was recalled

Strick Trailers, LLC (Strick) is recalling certain model year 2001, 2003, 2005, and 2008-2012 Single axle van trailers equipped with rear impact guards using gussets 50185 and 50186. These rear impact guard gussets increase the chances of injury in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 223, "Rear Impact Guards."

What to do

Strick will notify owners, and service centers will install reinforcements free of charge. The recall began on April 15, 2016. Owners may contact Strick customer service at 1-704-436-2590.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.