Vehicle recall 08V604000 · November 24, 2008

2003-2004 Reinke Intermodal Tank Chassis

On certain chassis frames, the lower flange(s) of the frame can develop a small fatigue crack in front of or behind the front suspension hanger.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: Reinke is recalling 10 my 2003-2004 intermodal tank chassis frames. On certain chassis frames, the lower flange(s) of the frame can develop a small fatigue crack in front of or behind the front suspension hanger.
Consequence: These small cracks can, in some cases, further develop whereby in certain applications the lower flange(s) may fail, increasing the risk of a crash without prior warning.
Remedy: Reinke will inspect and repair the chassis frame flange(s) free of charge at a designated repair facility. The recall began on December 1, 2008. Owners may contact reinke at 1-877-762-1001.
Notes: 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: 08V604000
Reported to NHTSA: November 24, 2008
Filed by: REINKE MANUFACTURING COMPANY, INC.
Owner notification: December 1, 2008
Vehicles potentially affected: 10
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Structure › Frame and members › Underbody shields

Recall 08V604000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.

Reinke Intermodal Tank Chassis (2003-2004): 2004, 2003

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