DOEPKER HG FLATDECK SEMI 2015: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

General Information

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

Summary

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.

Consequence

If the load shifts and spills onto the roadway, there is an increased risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

Notes

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.