Recall 16V473 covers 45 2015, 2017 Strick Tandem Axle Van Trailer trailers for delayed spring-brake application. Free remedy kit from Strick once available.
Strick is recalling 45 model years 2015, 2017 Tandem Axle Van Trailer units because certain Bendix SR5 spring brake valves were improperly machined. The defect can delay spring brake application while parking, leave a decoupled trailer free to roll away, and increase the risk of a crash or injury; the dealer repair will be free once Strick makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The Bendix SR5 spring brake valve on a 2015, 2017 Strick Tandem Axle Van Trailer is part of the parking brake system. On these tandem axle 53 foot van trailers, the valve controls air pressure so the spring brakes apply when the trailer is parked. Its job is to help hold the trailer in place after the parking brake is set.
On affected trailers, the valve was improperly machined. That machining problem can delay application of the spring brakes during parking, so the brakes do not set as promptly as the driver expects. The issue is in the valve itself, not in normal brake adjustment or driver technique.
There is no warning sign before failure. The owner or driver is not told to expect a light, sound, or pedal change before the parking brake delay happens.
Who's affected?
This recall is limited to the 2015 and 2017 model years for the same trailer model and parking brake component.
| 2015 Strick Tandem Axle Van Trailer | Parking brake |
|---|---|
| 2017 Strick Tandem Axle Van Trailer | Parking brake |
| Units affected | 45 |
| 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?
A delayed spring brake application can let the trailer roll away after it decouples from the tractor, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Secure the trailer carefully when coupling, decoupling, or parking, and schedule the recall repair once the remedy is available. Repair will be free at any franchised Strick dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015, 2017 Strick Tandem Axle Van Trailer is included in this recall.
- Wait for Strick's remedy-kit instructions before repairing the SR-5 spring brake valve that can delay parking-brake application.
- Call Strick customer service at 1-260-692-1300 with questions and reference recall number 16V473.
- Keep the trailer coupled or secured on level ground until the relay-valve repair is complete.
- Bring the recall notice and remedy-kit instructions to your service provider if Strick has sent them.
What happens at the repair
Strick's planned remedy is a repair kit for the affected SR-5 trailer relay valves. Strick will contact owners and provide the kit with instructions at no charge. The repair addresses the valve condition that delays spring brake application while parking. Because the remedy status is not listed as available, do not treat this as a dealer appointment that can be scheduled now. Once the remedy opens, parts and instructions are free under recall 16V473.
Timeline
| June 28, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 22, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
| August 22, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 22, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
| August 22, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V473?
Recall 16V473 covers 45 2015, 2017 Strick Tandem Axle Van Trailer units equipped with certain Bendix SR5 spring brake valves. Improper machining can delay spring brake application while parking. Strick provides a free remedy kit with instructions for affected SR-5 trailer relay valves.
What should I do if my 2015, 2017 Strick Tandem Axle Van Trailer is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 16V473. If it is, contact Strick customer service at 1-260-692-1300 and ask for the free SR-5 trailer relay valve remedy kit and repair instructions. Reference recall number 16V473 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Strick provides the SR-5 trailer relay valve remedy kit and instructions free of charge for trailers included in recall 16V473.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is trailer rollaway after decoupling from the tractor. If spring brake application is delayed while parking, the trailer can move unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Confirm the VIN and complete the free remedy before relying on the parking brake system.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V473000 |
|---|---|
| Strick customer service | 1-260-692-1300 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V473 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V473000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation 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 →