Defect Description For Recall
Timpte Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2009-2011 Tdh Trailers Equipped With Aluminum Upper Couplers. These Trailers Have The Potential To Fracture Some Of The Structural Components Of The Upper Coupler.
Make Of Vehicle
TIMPTE
Model Of Vehicle
TDH
Year
2011
Recall Campaign Number
10V515000
Component Description
Equipment:Mechanical
Effect Of Defect
This Could Cause Premature Failure Of The Upper Coupler Increasing The Risk Of Personal Injury To The Driver.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Install Updated Reinforcement Brackets To The Main Beam And Front Support Channels To Prevent Possible Failures. This Service Will Be Performed Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On November 5, 2010. Owners May Contact Timpte At 1-402-367-3056.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Timpte, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20090331
End Of Manufacture
20100316
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
296
Date Owners Notified
20101105
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Timpte, Inc.
Date Report Received
20101018