DOEPKER HG FLATDECK SEMI 2015: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V218000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| DOEPKER | HG FLATDECK SEMI | 2015 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2018-05-01 | 2018-04-05 | 2018-04-06 |
Production Dates: 2014-07-09 - 2014-12-08
Manufacturers Involved: Doepker Industries, Ltd.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: HG201801
Component: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 25
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Doepker Industries Ltd. "Doepker" is recalling certain 2015-2016 53' Tridem Galvanized Highboy Flatdeck Semi trailers. The lower rail main beam flanges may crack, possibly causing the load to shift and spill onto the road.
If the load shifts and spills onto the roadway, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Doepker will notify owners, and dealers will provide rental trailers, and replace the frames, free of charge. The recall began on May 1, 2018. Owners may contact Doepker customer service at 1-306-598-2171. Doepker's number for this recall is HG201801.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.
