1979 GREAT DANE GP42 Recall

Campaign:

85V083000 on 06/25/1985

Component:

Structure:body

Manufactured:

12/31/1978 - 11/30/1979

Affected:

168

Defect:

Inadequate welding of full width tire protection plate that is welded to bottom of crossmembers in tire area, can allow plate to loosen and fall. consequence of defect: if welds fail, a sudden force could cause the tire protector plate to become completely detached. if this happens, there is a possibility that the plate could get caught in the tractor drive tires, causing a potential jack knife condition which could result in equipment damage or personal injury.

Correction:

Inspect and make necessary repairs to ensure secure welding of the tire protection plate.

Notes:

Vehicle description: 45 foot great dane van trailers.system: frame/structure.

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