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Recall 01V-243: 1999–2001 Brenner Tank Trailer

BRENNER TANK, INC. recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Jul 17, 2001, covering about 16 vehicles.

NHTSA number
01V-243
Report date
Jul 17, 2001
Vehicles affected
16
Owners notified
Aug 30, 2001

The problem

Vehicle description: tank trailers. These trailers fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 223, "rear impact guards." the rear guards have been found to sustain 4.6 percent less load than prescribed in the applicable regulations.

The risk

This does not meet the standard requirements.

The fix

The lower rear area of the subject bumpers will be reinforced to withstand the set regulatory load. Owner notification began august 30, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact brenner at 1-800-558-9750.

Notes

Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerBRENNER TANK, INC.
ComponentStructure › Body › Bumpers
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance)
NHTSA campaign number01V243000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Brenner Tank Trailer1999, 2000, 2001All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 01V-243?

Vehicle description: tank trailers. These trailers fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 223, "rear impact guards." the rear guards have been found to sustain 4.6 percent less load than prescribed in the applicable regulations.

How is recall 01V-243 fixed?

The lower rear area of the subject bumpers will be reinforced to withstand the set regulatory load. Owner notification began august 30, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact brenner at 1-800-558-9750.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.