Defect Description For Recall
Heil Is Recalling 294 My 2005-2008 Heil Petro Trailers Equipped With Intra-Lite Frames. The Integrity Of The Hanger Bracing Could Result In Cracking At The Rear Of The Suspension Frame.
Make Of Vehicle
HEIL
Model Of Vehicle
PETRO
Year
2005
Recall Campaign Number
09V029000
Component Description
Structure:Frame And Members
Effect Of Defect
Such A Crack, If Left Unattended, Could Progress To An Abrupt Failure In The Hanger, Which Could Cause A Crash Without Prior Warning.
Fix Defect
Heil Will Replace The Front Suspension Two Attachment Point Bolted Hanger Cross Brace With A Six Attachment Bolted Cross Brace Kit To Reinforce The Frame Structure. In Addition, The Brake Air Reservoir Mounting Will Be Changed From Direct Frame Mount To Bracket Attachment Mount. The Recall Began On January 8, 2009. Owners May Contact Heil At 1-800-400-6913.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Heil Trailer International
Start Of Manufacture
20050101
End Of Manufacture
20081231
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
294
Date Owners Notified
20090108
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Heil Trailer International
Date Report Received
20090116
Make Campaign Number
EWR282