Recall 16V212 covers 460 2004 Strick Single Axle Van Trailers with rear impact guard gussets that fail safety standards. Free reinforcement at Strick service centers.
Strick is recalling 460 trailers from the 2004 Single Axle Van Trailer line because rear impact guard gussets on certain trailers do not meet federal rear impact guard standards. If the guard does not meet the required standard in a crash, injury risk rises, and Strick dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The rear impact guard on the 2004 Strick Single Axle Van Trailer is the metal structure at the back of the trailer. Its job is to help manage a rear impact, so a striking vehicle is less likely to slide under the trailer. The guard depends on its brackets and gussets to hold the structure in the right shape under crash forces.
In NHTSA campaign 16V212, the issue is with rear impact guards that use gussets 52236 and 52237. Strick tested that guard assembly under the procedures for FMVSS No. 223, the federal standard for rear impact guards, and the assembly did not meet the required performance. That means the guard does not provide the crash protection the standard requires.
There is no warning sign before failure. The trailer can look normal in daily use because the defect concerns how the rear guard performs during a crash, not a part that gives a dashboard alert or driving symptom.
Who's affected?
| 2004 Strick Single Axle Van Trailer | body or structural component |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 460 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2004 Strick Single Axle Van Trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
Rear impact guards that do not meet safety standards reduce the protection they provide in a rear crash and increase injury risk. There is no warning sign listed for the owner to watch for, so use the VIN to confirm whether this trailer is included and schedule the reinforcement repair. Repair is free at any franchised Strick dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2004 Strick Single Axle Van Trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact Strick customer service or a Strick-authorized service center to schedule the free rear-impact-guard reinforcement repair.
- Bring the recall notice if Strick mailed one. If not, reference recall number 16V212 when you call.
- Ask Strick about use before the repair if the trailer is still in service; the rear impact guard is the part at issue in a crash.
What happens at the repair
At the service center, a Strick technician installs reinforcements to the rear impact guards covered by recall 16V212. The added reinforcement work and labor are free under the recall. Strick's general reimbursement plan is on file for owners who already paid out of pocket for this rear impact guard repair before the recall work was completed. Bring repair invoices or other documentation to the service center and ask Strick customer service how to submit the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 13, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 2, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
| June 10, 2016 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| June 10, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V212?
Recall 16V212 covers 460 2004 Strick Single Axle Van Trailer units with rear impact guard gussets that do not meet FMVSS No. 223. The concern is higher injury risk in a crash. Strick service centers will install rear impact guard reinforcements for free.
What should I do if my 2004 Strick Single Axle Van Trailer is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 16V212. If it is, contact Strick customer service at 1-260-692-1300 or a Strick-authorized service center to schedule the rear impact guard reinforcement. Reference recall number 16V212 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Strick service centers will install reinforcements to the rear impact guards free of charge under recall 16V212.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is tied to the rear impact guard. If the guard does not meet the required safety standard, injury risk increases in the event of a crash. The free repair adds reinforcements to the rear impact guards.
What if I bought this Strick trailer used?
The free recall repair still applies to a used trailer. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2004 Strick Single Axle Van Trailer is included, then call Strick customer service at 1-260-692-1300.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V212000 |
|---|---|
| Strick customer service | 1-260-692-1300 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V212 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V212000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (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 →