Recalls for 2006 Truck Equipment Cornhusker 800r

DEFECT #1 - STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS

Posted on: 2007-12-18
Description
On certain 'rock pup' 3 axle trailers with 16' dump boxes, cracks can develop in the welds which hold the 'nose' of the frame to the main chassis.  The 16' box mount causes a steel frame plate to be shortened causing a reduction in strength.  

Consequence
The chassis and box can separate from the drawbar causing a loss of control which could result in a crash.

Corrective Action
Trailer owners will inspect the welds where the sloped frame 'nose' welds to the horizontal main frame rails.  If cracks are found, a frame update kit will be sent to the owners to have the repairs performed locally.  The recall began on decemer 20, 2007.  Owners may contat truck equipment at 1-402-476-3225.

Notes
Customers may also 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.