Structure: Frame and members: Underbody shields01/20/201717V048000
Walker Stainless Equipment Company LLC (Walker) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Food Grade Tank Trailers. The weld joints that attach the underride guard to the trailer frame may crack.
Consequence
If the welds crack, the underride guard may detach from the trailer frame, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Walker will notify owners, and dealers will modify the underride guard mounting, free of charge. The recall began on February 8, 2017. Owners may contact Walker customer service at 1-800-356-5734. Walker's number for this recall is W-6225,W-6279.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.