Recall 06V010000: Travis body & trailer, inc.

Report received

Jan 17, 2006

Manufacturer

Travis body & trailer, inc.

Potentially affected

639vehicles

Model years

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Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

On certain frameless, quarter-frame and end dump trailers, small outer bushings (left and right) on the coupler plate have cracked which allows the pin that attaches the draft arms to the coupler plate to slip out.

Possible consequence

The trailer could turn over while dumping or even become disconnected from the truck when driving. Serious injury or a fatality to the operator, bystanders or other motorists could occur.

Remedy

Dealers will add an upper and a lower reinforcing plate and inspect for cracks free of charge. Travis is in the process of contacting customers by telephone immediately with explanation of the recall campaign. A written owner notification letter will follow. The recall began on january 3, 2006. Owners may contact travis at 800-535-4372.