Vehicle recall 86V098000 · July 22, 1986

1985 Strick Strick

Cracks have developed in some locking pin housings which locks the adjustable tandem trailer axle.

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

Summary: Cracks have developed in some locking pin housings which locks the adjustable tandem trailer axle. Consequence of defect: cracks in the locking pin housing could cause improper locking, and the sliding tandem may separate without warning when brakes are applied. This could result in a vehicle accident.
Remedy: Replace the tubular pin housing with a heavy block and housing to support it; also install a rear gusset between travel stop and rear bolster.
Notes: System: axle/locking pin housing. Vehicle description: trailers 23 1/2 ft. Chassis with sliders.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 86V098000
Reported to NHTSA: July 22, 1986
Filed by: STRICK CORPORATION
Owner notification: July 22, 1986
Vehicles potentially affected: 527
Initiated by: NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation
Components: Suspension › Rear › Axle › Non-powered axle assembly

Recall 86V098000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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Strick Strick (1985): 1985

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