Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Steel Dump Trailers Equipped With Two-Way Tailgates Which Can Open As Both A Conventional Top Swing And A Side Door “Barn Door” Tailgate, When Operated As Conventional Or Top Swing Mode, The Hinge/Latch Mechanism On The Roadside Rear Post May Fail To Contain The Tailgate Latching/Pivot Pin. This Could Allow The Tailgate To Swing Open.
Make Of Vehicle
BENSON
Model Of Vehicle
BULLET
Year
2003
Recall Campaign Number
03V469000
Component Description
Structure:Body:Tailgate:Hinge And Attachments
Effect Of Defect
The Unexpected Operation Of The Tailgate May Result In Damage To The Trailer Body And In Personal Injury.
Fix Defect
Benson Will Install A Redesigned Tailgate Locking Mechanism. 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 Benson At 1-877-489-9020.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Benson International, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20021001
End Of Manufacture
20030831
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
15
Date Owners Notified
20031119
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Benson International, Inc.
Date Report Received
20031112
Make Campaign Number
31015