Defect Description For Recall
The Rear Lower Frame Supporting Member May Experience Fatigue Failure Due To The Substitution Of Inferior Aluminum Alloy. These Cracks Could Travel The Entire Length Of The Buck Plate.
Make Of Vehicle
AMERICAN TRAILERS
Model Of Vehicle
3240
Year
1978
Recall Campaign Number
79V057000
Component Description
Structure
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
An Overlay Of High Strength Aluminum Will Be Affixed To The Outside Surface Of The Buck Plate And Reinforcements Will Be Attached To The Inside. This Service Will Be Done At No Cost To Owners.
Vehicle Manufacturer
American Trailers, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
19771101
End Of Manufacture
19790201
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
125
Date Owners Notified
19790424
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
American Trailers, Inc.
Date Report Received
19790226