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NHTSARecalled Apr 5, 2018 · #18V218000

Main Rails may Fail

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

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.

Product details

Product
Main Rails may Fail
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Doepker Industries, Ltd.
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

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.

View the official CPSC notice