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Recalls for 1978 Heil Heil

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DEFECT #1 - STRUCTURE


Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
The girth seam may develop a crack which can continue to grow until the tank fails, bringing the trailer to a stop.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Repairs will consist of a lapper band being placed over the girth seam and the installation of fittings which can be air tested to determine if a failure is developing.

Notes
Vehicle description: trailers, tank.system: structure; chemical tank.consequences of defect: if the trailer stops suddenly, a traffic hazard wouldexist with a high possibility of a vehicle accident.  Also, the release ofhazardous material in the tank can cause serious personal injury.note: failure cannot be detected because the contents do not leak from a crackin the affected area of the tank.