DEFECT #1 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Posted on: 2009-03-11DescriptionCertain model year 2005-2008 long chih trailers fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, tire selection and rims in that they are missing a tire placard label. Also, the gvwr on the certification label on some of the trailers is incorrect. Finally, the gvwr and gawr must be stated in pounds.
ConsequenceThe missing and incorrect information could lead to improper vehicle loading or tire inflation which could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective ActionCorrected labels will be mailed to consumers with instruction to properly affix to trailer. Also, accurate consumer information will be provided. The recall began on july 14, 2009. Owners may contact long chih at 886-2-29068666.
NotesOwners 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 .