Vehicle recall 16V863000 · November 30, 2016
Cargo Express Cargo Trailer, Look Cargo Trailer and 1 more model
Due to insufficient welds, the bracket that attaches the torsion spring cable to the ramp door could detach from the ramp door.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- LGS Industries Inc (LGS) is recalling certain model year 2017 Look, Pace, and Cargo Express cargo trailers manufactured October 24, 2016, to November 8, 2016. Due to insufficient welds, the bracket that attaches the torsion spring cable to the ramp door could detach from the ramp door.
- Consequence
- If the bracket detaches, the door can fall open, creating a crushing hazard or, if the door is completely open, the cable and bracket could act as a projectile, possibly causing personal injury.
- Remedy
- LGS will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the cable brackets, repairing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 17, 2017. Owners may contact LGS customer service at 1-877-475-5665.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 16V863000
- Reported to NHTSA
- November 30, 2016
- Filed by
- LGS Industries Inc
- Owner notification
- January 17, 2017
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 34
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Structure › Body › Door › 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.
- Cargo Express Cargo Trailer (2017): 2017
- Look Cargo Trailer (2017): 2017
- Pace Cargo Trailer (2017): 2017
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