Thieman Steel Frame Liftgate: Structure — hatchback/liftgate

Affects Thieman Steel Frame Liftgate · — — about 504 vehicles.

The hazard

If a supporting chain fails unexpectedly during operation, one side of the platform would drop, increasing the risk of a injury to someone on the liftgate or those nearby.

What to do

Thieman has notified the truck equipment distributors/dealers, body manufacturers, and owners that purchased the affected liftgates and Theiman distributors will replace the roller chains, free of charge. The recall began August 24, 2016. Owners may contact Alan Freeman in Thieman customer service at 1-800-524-5210 extension 104.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational