Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Transfer Trailer Chassis, The Drawbar Hinge Assemblies At The Front Of The Turntable May Have Been Incorrectly Assembled Or Improperly Tightened During Assembly.
Make Of Vehicle
RELIANCE TRAILER
Model Of Vehicle
TRANSFER TRAILER CHASSIS
Year
2007
Recall Campaign Number
07V174000
Component Description
Trailer Hitches
Effect Of Defect
This Situation May Allow The Bolt To Back Out Of The Tapered Hinge, Allowing The Pin To Work Out Of The Hinge Assembly, Compromising The ConneCTIon Between The Trailer Drawbar And The Trailer, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
InspeCTIon Of The Trailers And Replacement And/Or Tightening Of The Bolt In The Drawbar Hinge Assemblies Will Be Performed. The Recall Began On February 14, 2007. Owners May Contact Reliance At 1-800-493-8560.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Reliance Trailer Company
Start Of Manufacture
20050201
End Of Manufacture
20070107
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
508
Date Owners Notified
20070214
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Reliance Trailer Company
Date Report Received
20070322