1984 GREAT DANE PLATFORM TRAILER Recalls (2)

Campaign:
84V005000 on 02/12/1984
Component:
Structure:frame and members
Manufactured:
11/30/1983 - 12/31/1983
Affected:
38
Defect:
One half inch x 6 inch bottom flanges may contain defective steel.
Correction:
Inspect and test the quality of steel. repairs will be made as necessary.
Notes:
Vehicle description: platform trailers.system: main beam structure.consequences of defect: beams could fail, possibly resulting in an accident orpersonal injury.

Campaign:
87V110000 on 07/20/1987
Component:
Suspension:front:king pin
Manufactured:
05/31/1984 - 04/30/1986
Affected:
4,500
Defect:
Inadequate reinforcement for king pin.
Consequence:
King pin could separate from trailer, freeing thetrailer to travel unsteered and unguided, a hazard to other vehicles andpersons in its path.
Correction:
Reinforcement of the king pin support structure and check all existing welds.
Notes:
System: structurevehicle description: platform trailer.

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