StructureRecall 16V-130 · 2001–2012 Strick Single Axle Van Trailer
Strick Trailers, LLC recall 16V-130 covers 233 2001–2012 Strick Single Axle Van Trailer for a structure problem, reported to NHTSA on March 3, 2016. The manufacturer's latest report (2017 Q3) shows 4% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 16V130000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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."
The risk
If the rear impact guards do not meet the safety standards, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
The fix
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.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
4%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 6 vehicles were listed as unreachable.