Defect Description For Recall
Thieman Tailgates (Thieman) Is Recalling Certain Tvl125, Tvl125A, Tvl16, Tvl16A, And Sp Tvl125A Al 75X48+18+6 D/Facs Liftgates Manufactured September 25, 2014, To July 2, 2015. The Roller Chains On The Affected Liftgates May Fail.
Make Of Vehicle
THIEMAN
Model Of Vehicle
STEEL FRAME LIFTGATE
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
16E076000
Component Description
Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate
Effect Of Defect
If A Supporting Chain Fails Unexpectedly During Operation, One Side Of The Platform Would Drop, Increasing The Risk Of A Injury To Someone On The Liftgate Or Those Nearby.
Fix Defect
Thieman Has Notified The Truck Equipment Distributors/Dealers, Body Manufacturers, And Owners That Purchased The Affected Liftgates And Theiman Distributors Will Replace The Roller Chains, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began August 24, 2016. Owners May Contact Alan Freeman In Thieman Customer Service At 1-800-524-5210 Extension 104.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Thieman Tailgates
Start Of Manufacture
20140925
End Of Manufacture
20150702
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
504
Date Owners Notified
20160824
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Thieman Tailgates
Date Report Received
20160929