Recall 09V-181: 2008 Long Chih LCI-240TA, 2008 Long Chih LCI-248TE and 9 more
ARMOR REX INC recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on May 28, 2009, covering about 3,910 vehicles.
The problem
Armor rex is recalling 3,910 long chih trailers for failing 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.
The risk
The missing and incorrect information could lead to improper vehicle loading or tire inflation which could increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Long chih is conducting the remedy for this campaign and corrected labels will be mailed to consumers with instruction to properly affix to trailer please see 09v-079. Also, accurate consumer information will be provided. Owners may contact long chih at 886-2-29068666 or armor rex at 626-969-0889.
Notes
Owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Recall details
| Manufacturer | ARMOR REX INC |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment › Other › Labels |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 09V181000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Long Chih LCI-240TA | 2008 | All years |
| Long Chih LCI-248TE | 2008 | All years |
| Long Chih LCI-745TC | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Long Chih LCI-746TE | 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Long Chih LCI-748TC | 2008 | All years |
| Long Chih LCI-749TC | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Long Chih LCI-749TE | 2005, 2006 | All years |
| Long Chih LCI-830T | 2005 | All years |
| Long Chih LCI-832T | 2005, 2006 | All years |
| Long Chih LCI-832TA | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Long Chih LCI-850TA | 2005, 2006 | All 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 09V-181?
Armor rex is recalling 3,910 long chih trailers for failing 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.
How is recall 09V-181 fixed?
Long chih is conducting the remedy for this campaign and corrected labels will be mailed to consumers with instruction to properly affix to trailer please see 09v-079. Also, accurate consumer information will be provided. Owners may contact long chih at 886-2-29068666 or armor rex at 626-969-0889.
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.