Vehicle recall 03V469000 · November 12, 2003
Benson Bullet and Cannon
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…
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- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- The unexpected operation of the tailgate may result in damage to the trailer body and in personal injury.
- Remedy
- 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.
- Notes
- Benson recall no. 031015.CUSTOMERS can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 03V469000
- Reported to NHTSA
- November 12, 2003
- Filed by
- BENSON INTERNATIONAL, INC.
- Manufacturer campaign
- 031015
- Owner notification
- November 19, 2003
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 15
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Structure › Body › Tailgate › Hinge and attachments
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Benson Bullet (2003-2004): 2004, 2003
- Benson Cannon (2003-2004): 2004, 2003
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