Recall 08V604000: Reinke manufacturing company, inc.

Report received

Nov 24, 2008

Manufacturer

Reinke manufacturing company, inc.

Potentially affected

10vehicles

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

Reinke is recalling 10 my 2003-2004 intermodal tank chassis frames. On certain chassis frames, the lower flange(s) of the frame can develop a small fatigue crack in front of or behind the front suspension hanger.

Possible consequence

These small cracks can, in some cases, further develop whereby in certain applications the lower flange(s) may fail, increasing the risk of a crash without prior warning.

Remedy

Reinke will inspect and repair the chassis frame flange(s) free of charge at a designated repair facility. The recall began on december 1, 2008. Owners may contact reinke at 1-877-762-1001.