Structure: frame and membersRecall 99V-153 · 1998–1999 Reliance Trailer Flatbed Trailer
RELIANCE TRAILER COMPANY recall 99V-153 covers 26 1998–1999 Reliance Trailer Flatbed Trailer for a structure: frame and members problem, reported to NHTSA on June 18, 1999.
Source: NHTSA recall 99V153000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: FLATBED TRAILERS. SMALL HAIRLINE CRACKS CAN DEVELOP IN THE MAIN FRAMES.
The risk
A FRACTURE OF THE MAIN FRAMES CAN RESULT INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
The fix
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BOTTOM FLANGES.
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 14, 1999.OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT RELIANCE AT 1-509-455-8650.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from November 1, 1998 to February 28, 1999. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.