2003 POLAR APX9-1200 Recall

Campaign:

07V158000 on 04/11/2007

Component:

Structure: frame and members:underbody shields

Manufactured:

07/31/2001 - 06/29/2005

Affected:

96

Defect:

On certain pneumatic trailers equipped with optional aluminum front end frames, a crack can develop near a weld in the front end frame.

Consequence:

Over time, the crack can propagate through one of the front frame rails eventually causing failure of the rail, which would result in excessive deflection of the front frame, and possibly result in a vehicle crash.

Correction:

Dealers will inspect and repair the cracked frames or replace the frame if necessary free of charge. the recall began on may 25, 2007. owners may contact polar at 1-800-826-6589.

Notes:

Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

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