Recall 12V419 affects 160 2006-2012 Strick Dry Freight trailers for suspension wear and stability risk. Repair will be free at a Strick dealer once available.
Strick is recalling 160 2006-2012 Dry Freight single-axle trailers because the air-ride suspension mounted on a C channel sub-frame can wear early and fail. A worn or failed suspension assembly can reduce vehicle stability and structural integrity, which increases crash risk, and the Strick dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The air-ride suspension on a 2006-2012 Strick Dry Freight single-axle trailer supports the trailer body and helps keep the axle aligned while the trailer is loaded and moving. In this recall, that suspension assembly is mounted to a "C" channel sub-frame, the structural rail that carries the suspension load under the trailer.
On affected trailers, the suspension assembly mounted to that "C" channel sub-frame wears too quickly. As the mounting area wears, the assembly loses the secure support it needs to hold its position. If the wear continues, the suspension assembly fails and the trailer no longer rides on the axle the way it was designed to.
There is no warning sign before failure. Without a listed symptom from the recall record, owners and fleet operators should use VIN confirmation and dealer inspection to find whether this specific trailer is included.
Who's affected?
Spans 7 model years (2006-2012), all tied to the same equipment component.
| 2008 Strick Dry Freight | Equipment |
|---|---|
| 2012 Strick Dry Freight | Equipment |
| 2011 Strick Dry Freight | Equipment |
| 2007 Strick Dry Freight | Equipment |
| 2009 Strick Dry Freight | Equipment |
| 2010 Strick Dry Freight | Equipment |
| 2006 Strick Dry Freight | Equipment |
| Units affected | 160 |
The model year narrows the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
Worn or failed suspension assemblies can reduce vehicle stability, compromise structural integrity, and increase the risk of a crash. Use the trailer cautiously and arrange service soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Strick dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2006-2012 Strick Dry Freight trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact Strick customer service at 1-260-692-1334 for current repair instructions before putting the trailer back in service.
- Reference recall number 12V419 when you call, and ask what inspection or suspension repair Strick requires for the worn C-channel sub-frame suspension assembly.
- Bring any recall notice or service paperwork you have when Strick directs you to a service location.
- Avoid hauling cargo with the trailer until Strick confirms the suspension assembly has been inspected and repaired.
What happens at the repair
Campaign 12V419 does not identify a specific part replacement or inspection step. It says Strick notified owners about dry freight trailers with air-ride suspensions mounted on a C channel sub-frame, where the suspension assembly can wear early and fail. Once the repair path is available, a Strick service technician handles the recall work at no charge. Ask Strick or the service desk what inspection or repair applies to your trailer before moving it for service.
Timeline
| August 29, 2012 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 2, 2012 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 12V419?
Recall 12V419 covers 160 2006-2012 Strick Dry Freight single-axle trailers with air-ride suspensions mounted on a "C" channel sub-frame. The suspension assembly can wear early and fail, reducing stability and structural integrity, which increases crash risk.
What should I do if my 2006-2012 Strick Dry Freight is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 12V419. If it is, contact Strick at 1-260-692-1334 and reference recall 12V419 so the service team can give the correct recall repair instructions.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to provide the recall remedy at no cost. Keep recall 12V419 handy when you call Strick at 1-260-692-1334, and ask what documentation the service team needs for your trailer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of vehicle stability and compromised structural integrity. If the suspension assembly wears or fails, the trailer can become less stable, which increases crash risk. Confirm your VIN before using the trailer for another load.
What if I bought this Strick Dry Freight trailer used?
The recall still follows the trailer, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2006-2012 Strick Dry Freight trailer is included, then contact Strick at 1-260-692-1334 and reference recall 12V419.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/12V419000 |
|---|---|
| Strick customer service | 1-260-692-1334 |
| NHTSA recall # | 12V419 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 12V419000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - 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)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →