Recall 11V-032: 2006–2009 Strick DRY Freight
STRICK CORPORATION recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Jan 25, 2011, covering about 94 vehicles.
The problem
Strick is recall certain model year 2006-2009 dry freight vans equipped with arvinmeritor axles. These vehicles have a defect involving spindle nuts and stake washers which has been identified as low torque on the spindle nut on arvinmeritor tl series trailer axles installed in van trailers where the stake washer for the nut is staked in a single location as opposed to multiple locations.
The risk
Low and/or no torque on the nut can result in excessive end-play in the wheel-end system and could progress to a wheel separation which could result in a crash.
The fix
Arvinmeritor is working with the vehicle manufacturers to identify and repair the vehicles that contain the subject axles free of charge. Please see arvinmeritor defect report 10e-058. The safety recall began on february 15, 2011. Owners may contact arvin meritor at 1-248-273-4641 or strick at 1-260-692-1334.
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 | STRICK CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Power Train › Axle Assembly |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 11V032000 |
Vehicles in this recall
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 11V-032?
Strick is recall certain model year 2006-2009 dry freight vans equipped with arvinmeritor axles. These vehicles have a defect involving spindle nuts and stake washers which has been identified as low torque on the spindle nut on arvinmeritor tl series trailer axles installed in van trailers where the stake washer for the nut is staked in a single location as opposed to multiple locations.
How is recall 11V-032 fixed?
Arvinmeritor is working with the vehicle manufacturers to identify and repair the vehicles that contain the subject axles free of charge. Please see arvinmeritor defect report 10e-058. The safety recall began on february 15, 2011. Owners may contact arvin meritor at 1-248-273-4641 or strick at 1-260-692-1334.
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.