Structure: frame and membersRecall 18V-218 · 2015–2016 Doepker HG Flatdeck Semi
Doepker Industries Ltd. recall 18V-218 covers 25 2015–2016 Doepker HG Flatdeck Semi for a structure: frame and members problem, reported to NHTSA on April 5, 2018. The manufacturer's latest report (2020 Q1) shows 96% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 18V218000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Doepker Industries Ltd. (Doepker) is recalling certain 2015-2016 53' Tridem Galvanized Highboy Flatdeck Semi trailers. The lower rail main beam flanges may crack, possibly causing the load to shift and spill onto the road.
The risk
If the load shifts and spills onto the roadway, there is an increased risk of a crash.
The fix
Doepker will notify owners, and dealers will provide rental trailers, and replace the frames, free of charge. The recall began on May 1, 2018. Owners may contact Doepker customer service at 1-306-598-2171. Doepker's number for this recall is HG201801.
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
96%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from July 9, 2014 to December 8, 2014. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.