RHODES DUMP TRAILER 2018: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

Make : RHODES Model : DUMP TRAILER Year : 2018
Build Dates : 2017-11-20 - 2018-06-06
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 18V565000
Date Owner's Notified: 2018-09-13 Date Received by ODI: 2018-08-27 Date Added to Database: 2018-08-30
Manufacturers Involved: Fabform Industries, INC.
Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall:
Manufacturer Campaign Number:
Component: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 30
Summary:
      Fabform Industries, Inc. "Fabform" is recalling certain 2018 EPT dump trailers. The hinges welded on the bottom frame may fracture and the dump box may unexpectedly fall.
Consequence:
      If the dump box falls unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of injury or death.
Remedy:
      Fabform will notify owners, and dealers will install gussets with reinforced welds to the existing hinges, free of charge. The recall began on September 13, 2018. Owners may contact Fabform customer service at 1-541-679-2920.
Report Initiator: MFR V Report
Regulation Part Number: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number:
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.