Tremcar 406 B-Train Pup, 406 2 Axle Semi-Trailer +2 more: Structure

Affects Tremcar 406 B-Train Pup, 406 2 Axle Semi-Trailer, 406 Quad Wagon, 406 3 Axle Semi-Trailer · 2008–2017 — about 223 vehicles.

The hazard

Certain trailers may fail to conform to Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS) 223 – Rear impact guard. The rear impact guard was constructed with the incorrect grade of aluminum. This could cause the rear guard to fail prematurely in the event of a rear end collision, which would increase the risk of injury to the occupants of the vehicle following the trailer. Correction: Dealers will replace the rear impact guards with new compliant guards.

What to do

Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.

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