Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Pneumatic Trailers Equipped With Optional Aluminum Front End Frames, A Crack Can Develop Near A Weld In The Front End Frame.
Make Of Vehicle
POLAR
Model Of Vehicle
APX9-1200
Year
2005
Recall Campaign Number
07V158000
Component Description
Structure: Frame And Members:Underbody Shields
Effect Of Defect
Over Time, The Crack Can Propagate Through One Of The Front Frame Rails Eventually Causing Failure Of The Rail, Which Would Result In Excessive DefleCTIon Of The Front Frame, And Possibly Result In A Vehicle Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect And Repair The Cracked Frames Or Replace The Frame If Necessary Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On May 25, 2007. Owners May Contact Polar At 1-800-826-6589.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Polar Tank Trailer, Llc.
Start Of Manufacture
20010801
End Of Manufacture
20050630
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
96
Date Owners Notified
20070525
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Entrans International, Llc
Date Report Received
20070412