Recall campaign79V057000
Recall 79V057000: American trailers, inc.
Body and structure
- Report received
- Feb 26, 1979
- Manufacturer
- American trailers, inc.
- Potentially affected
- 125vehicles
- Model years
- —
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
The rear lower frame supporting member may experience fatigue failure due to the substitution of inferior aluminum alloy. These cracks could travel the entire length of the buck plate.
Remedy
An overlay of high strength aluminum will be affixed to the outside surface of the buck plate and reinforcements will be attached to the inside. This service will be done at no cost to owners.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.