Investigation PE02089: 1991–1992 Monon Trailer

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Nov 21, 2002

Closed

Apr 24, 2003

Model years

1991–1992

Subject

Weld in trailer floor frame (omitted)

Component: Body and structure

Summary

Monon corporation was dissolved in 1997.based on a limited number of interviews conducted with former monon employees, a manufacturing defect exists in all or a portion of the 28-foot dry freight vans manufactured by monon corporation in 1991 and 1992.odi's complete report provides additional information odi recommends that owners of affected vehicles obtain professional engineering advice regarding appropriate repair methods and specifications to assure that any indicated repairs are performed in a reliable and effective manner.

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.