Vehicle recall 89V076000 · May 9, 1989

Roadrailer RCT-DV48-2 and RCT-DV48-3

The attachment means for the diagonal bracing of the landing gear support structure are inadequate.

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

Summary: The attachment means for the diagonal bracing of the landing gear support structure are inadequate.
Consequence: There would be a progressive reduction in the ridigityof the landing gear over time, which could lead to collapse of the gear andserious injury to individuals working about or in the trailer.
Remedy: Reinforce attachment points of the diagonal bracing.
Notes: System: landing gear/support structure.vehicle description: intermodal freight trailers.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 89V076000
Reported to NHTSA: May 9, 1989
Filed by: ROADRAILER
Owner notification: May 1, 1989
Vehicles potentially affected: 775
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Structure › Frame and members

Recall 89V076000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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Roadrailer RCT-DV48-2 (1988): 1988
Roadrailer RCT-DV48-3 (1988): 1988

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