Recall 16V-742: 2014–2015 Supreme Iner-City, 2014–2015 Supreme Kold King and 2 more
Supreme Corporation recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Oct 14, 2016, covering about 44 vehicles.
The problem
Supreme Corporation (Supreme) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Spartan Service Body, Signature Van, Iner-City and Kold King vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with equipped with Thieman Tailgates-brand TVL 12/16 series lift gates supported with roller chains that may fail.
The risk
Failure of either the street or curb side roller chain would result in that side of the platform falling immediately to the ground without notice, causing an uneven surface and increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Supreme will notify owners, and Thieman dealers will inspect and repair the lift gates, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 22, 2016. Owners may contact Supreme customer service at 1-800-842-4889.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Supreme Corporation |
|---|---|
| Component | Structure › Body › Hatchback/Liftgate |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 16V742000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Supreme Iner-City | 2014, 2015 | All years |
| Supreme Kold King | 2014, 2015 | All years |
| Supreme Signature Van | 2014, 2015 | All years |
| Supreme Spartan Truck Body | 2014, 2015 | 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 16V-742?
Supreme Corporation (Supreme) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Spartan Service Body, Signature Van, Iner-City and Kold King vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with equipped with Thieman Tailgates-brand TVL 12/16 series lift gates supported with roller chains that may fail.
How is recall 16V-742 fixed?
Supreme will notify owners, and Thieman dealers will inspect and repair the lift gates, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 22, 2016. Owners may contact Supreme customer service at 1-800-842-4889.
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.