Recall 15V506 affects 1,006 2013 Strick Dry Freight Van Trailer units with axles set too far forward. Free repair at any franchised Strick dealer.
Strick is recalling 1,006 2013 Dry Freight Van Trailer models because the tires sit more than 12 inches forward of the rear of the trailer, which means the trailer does not meet rear impact protection requirements. That defect raises injury risk for occupants of a vehicle that hits the trailer from behind, and Strick dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The rear axle and tires on a 2013 Strick Dry Freight Van Trailer do more than carry the trailer's load. Their position near the back of the trailer also matters for rear impact protection, because the trailer was designed around a "wheels back" layout that helps meet the rear underride standard.
On these trailers, the tires installed for the customer had a different diameter than the tires used in Strick's design calculations. That difference changed the measured tire position relative to the back of the trailer. As built, the tires sit more than 12 inches forward of the rear, so the trailer does not qualify for the intended wheels back configuration under FMVSS No. 224.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner or fleet operator is not expected to feel a handling change or see a dashboard alert from this noncompliance; it is a measurement and rear impact guard issue found through inspection.
Who's affected?
| 2013 Strick Dry Freight Van Trailer | rear suspension |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 1,006 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2013 Strick Dry Freight Van Trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
The trailer does not meet rear impact protection requirements. In a rear collision, occupants of the vehicle behind the trailer face a higher injury risk. Confirm the VIN before hauling, and arrange the recall work soon so the axle adjustment and torque arm replacement are completed. Repair is free at any franchised Strick dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013 Strick Dry Freight Van Trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Strick dealer to schedule the free adjustable torque arm replacement, which moves the axle rearward so the trailer meets rear-impact protection requirements.
- Bring the recall notice, and reference recall number 15V506 when you schedule service.
- Ask Strick customer service at 1-704-436-2590 about service timing before putting the trailer back into regular use.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Strick technician replaces the fixed torque arm with an adjustable torque arm so the axle can be moved rearward into the required position. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered. Strick has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for this repair. Contact Strick customer service with repair paperwork and payment documentation to ask how to submit the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
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Timeline
| August 11, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
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| September 29, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V506?
Recall 15V506 covers 1,006 2013 Strick Dry Freight Van Trailer units built with tires positioned more than 12 inches forward of the trailer rear. That layout fails FMVSS No. 224 rear impact protection requirements and raises injury risk in a rear collision.
What should I do if my 2013 Strick Dry Freight Van Trailer is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 15V506. If it is, call Strick customer service at 1-704-436-2590 and ask for the free torque-arm replacement and axle adjustment under this recall.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety recall defects at no cost. Strick will replace the fixed torque arm with an adjustable torque arm so the axle can be adjusted rearward, free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is higher injury exposure in a rear impact. Because the tires sit too far forward of the rear of the trailer, the trailer does not meet rear impact protection requirements for vehicles that collide with it from behind.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V506000 |
|---|---|
| Strick customer service | 1-704-436-2590 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V506 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V506000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →