Vehicle recall 06V045000 · February 10, 2006
1999-2006 Heil California Pull
On certain pull trailers equipped with air ride suspensions, the integrity of the weld sequencing could potentially result in cracking at the rear of the suspension frame.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain pull trailers equipped with air ride suspensions, the integrity of the weld sequencing could potentially result in cracking at the rear of the suspension frame.
- Consequence
- Such a crack, if left unattended could progress to an abrupt failure in the dolly frame. Failure to have the unit upgraded could result in a crash without prior warning.
- Remedy
- Dealers will upgrade the welding which involves the addition of a steel bar to reinforce the frame structure. The recall began on February 16, 2006. Owners may contact heil at 1-800-400-6913, extension 353 or 574.
- Notes
- Heil recall no. EWR282. Customers 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 http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 06V045000
- Reported to NHTSA
- February 10, 2006
- Filed by
- HEIL TRAILER INTERNATIONAL
- Manufacturer campaign
- EWR282
- Owner notification
- February 16, 2006
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 87
- Initiated by
- NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation
- Components
- Structure
Vehicles covered
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