Recall 11V417 affects 13 2010-2011 Srtc Trailer livestock trailers with rear-gate release handles unreachable from inside. Repair is free at any franchised Srtc dealer.
Srtc is recalling 13 2010-2011 Trailer livestock trailers because the outside rear gate latch release handle is out of reach for some users once the automatically latching gate closes. If someone becomes trapped inside, personal injury can occur; the Srtc dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The rear gate latch on the 2010-2011 Srtc Trailer is meant to secure the livestock trailer gate after it closes. On these trailers, the gate latches automatically, and the release handle sits on the outside of the gate. A person inside the trailer is supposed to reach that outside handle through a window if the gate closes.
The problem is the release setup depends on the user's reach. Because the handle is outside the trailer, arm length and position determine whether the person inside can get to it. If the gate closes and the handle is out of reach, the latch stays engaged and the person inside has no working inside release to open the rear gate.
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue is not a sound, light, or wear symptom. It is a design and access problem that shows up when the rear gate closes and the outside handle cannot be reached from inside.
Who's affected?
Covers the 2010 and 2011 model years, both tied to the same liftgate lock component.
| 2010 Srtc Trailer | Lock |
|---|---|
| 2011 Srtc Trailer | Lock |
| Units affected | 13 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
A missing interior release handle can trap a person inside the trailer, which can lead to personal injury. Before using the trailer, make sure no one is shut inside and keep children away from the trailer when it is unattended. Repair will be free at any franchised Srtc dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2010-2011 Srtc Trailer is included in this recall.
- Review the owner notice mailed on September 23, 2011, if you have it; if not, call Srtc at 1-208-455-2768 and reference recall number 11V417.
- Avoid closing the rear gate with a person inside the trailer until the inside-accessible handle is installed.
- Schedule the rear-gate latch handle installation with a franchised Srtc dealer once Srtc confirms the repair path; the added inside handle prevents a person from being trapped in the trailer.
- Bring the recall notice to the appointment, or give the dealer recall number 11V417 when you schedule.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Srtc technician installs a latch release handle that can be reached from inside the livestock trailer. The repair addresses rear gates with an automatic latch where the outside release handle was not reachable for every person inside the trailer. The known repair is the added interior-access handle. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under recall 11V417.
Timeline
| August 5, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 23, 2011 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V417?
Recall 11V417 covers 13 2010-2011 Srtc Trailer livestock trailers with an automatically latching rear gate. The outside latch release handle is meant to be reached from inside through a window, but some users cannot reach it, creating a trapping and injury risk.
What should I do if my 2010-2011 Srtc Trailer is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 11V417. If it is, contact an authorized Srtc dealer or Snake River at 1-208-455-2768 to schedule installation of the inside-accessible rear gate handle. Reference recall number 11V417 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to fix the recalled defect at no cost. For recall 11V417, dealers install a handle that is accessible from inside the trailer so a person is not trapped behind the automatically latching rear gate.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is being trapped inside the trailer after the rear gate closes. The recall covers trailers where the release handle sits outside the gate, and the user reaches it through a window from inside. If the handle is out of reach, personal injury can occur.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V417000 |
|---|---|
| Srtc customer service | 1-208-455-2768 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V417 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V417000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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