Recall 16V234 covers 167 2005-2009 Strick Single Axle Van Trailer vehicles for rear impact guards that need reinforcement. Repair is free at Strick service centers.
Strick is recalling 167 2005-2009 Single Axle Van Trailer models because rear impact guard gussets can leave the guards short of federal safety standards. If the guards do not meet the standard, injury risk increases in a crash; Strick dealers will correct the rear impact guard issue free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The rear impact guard on 2005-2009 Strick Single Axle Van Trailer models is the underride bar at the back of the 28 foot van trailer. Its job is to help keep a passenger vehicle from sliding too far under the trailer in a rear crash. The guard depends on its brackets and gussets, the reinforcing plates that tie the guard into the trailer structure, to hold the assembly in the right position under crash loads.
On affected trailers, the rear impact guard used gussets 55997 and 55998. Strick tested an assembly with those gussets under the federal rear impact guard procedure, and the assembly did not meet the required performance. That means the guard structure does not provide the required underride protection in that test condition, which increases the chance of injury in a crash.
There is no warning sign before failure. This is a structural compliance problem, not a wear item that gives a driver a noise, light, or handling change first.
Who's affected?
Spans the 2005 through 2009 model years, with the same body or structural component listed for each year.
| 2005 Strick Single Axle Van Trailer | body or structural component |
|---|---|
| 2007 Strick Single Axle Van Trailer | body or structural component |
| 2006 Strick Single Axle Van Trailer | body or structural component |
| 2009 Strick Single Axle Van Trailer | body or structural component |
| 2008 Strick Single Axle Van Trailer | body or structural component |
| Units affected | 167 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. 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 increase the risk of injury in a crash. No warning sign is listed for owners, so confirm your VIN and schedule the reinforcement repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Strick dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2005-2009 Strick Single Axle Van Trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact Strick customer service at 1-260-692-1300 or a Strick service center to schedule the free rear-impact-guard reinforcement.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, and reference recall number 16V234 when you call.
- Ask the service center to confirm the rear impact guard reinforcement is complete before returning the trailer to normal use.
What happens at the repair
At the service center, a Strick technician installs reinforcements to the rear impact guards covered by recall 16V234. The recall repair is free of charge, including parts and labor. The work addresses the rear impact guard gussets on the affected trailers. If you already paid for a related rear impact guard repair before the recall notice, Strick's general reimbursement plan handles documented expenses. Keep any invoices or repair paperwork and ask Strick customer service how to submit them for review.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 21, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 15, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
| June 17, 2016 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| June 17, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V234?
Recall 16V234 covers 167 2005-2009 Strick Single Axle Van Trailer units with rear impact guard gussets that do not meet FMVSS No. 223. If the guard fails to meet the standard, crash injuries can be more severe. Strick service centers install reinforcements for free.
What should I do if my 2005-2009 Strick Single Axle Van Trailer is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 16V234. If it is, contact Strick customer service at 1-260-692-1300 or a Strick service center to arrange the rear impact guard reinforcement. Reference recall 16V234 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Strick service centers install the rear impact guard reinforcements free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included trailers.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is greater injury in a crash. The rear impact guard is meant to help manage underride crash forces at the back of the trailer. If its gussets do not meet the required standard, the guard provides less crash protection than required.
What if I bought this Strick trailer used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the trailer, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2005-2009 Strick Single Axle Van Trailer is included, then call Strick with recall 16V234.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V234000 |
|---|---|
| Strick customer service | 1-260-692-1300 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V234 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V234000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
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