StructureRecall 18V-590 · 2017–2018 Fabform Power Tilt Dump Trailer
Fabform Industries, INC. recall 18V-590 covers 118 2017–2018 Fabform Power Tilt Dump Trailer for a structure problem, reported to NHTSA on September 5, 2018. The manufacturer's latest report (2020 Q2) shows 90% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 18V590000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Fabform Industries, Inc. (Fabform) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Fabform Power Tilt dump trailers. The hinges welded on the bottom frame may fracture and the dump box may unexpectedly fall.
The risk
If the dump box falls unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of injury or death.
The fix
Fabform will notify owners, and dealers will install gussets with reinforced welds to the existing hinges, free of charge. The recall began on September 13, 2018. Owners may contact Fabform customer service at 1-541-679-2920.
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
90%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 11 vehicles were listed as unreachable.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from November 16, 2017 to June 27, 2018. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.