NHTSA Recall 19V607000
Filed by Manac, Inc.. Component: Latches/Locks/Linkages. Reported 2019-08-19. An estimated 44 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
MANAC, Inc. (MANAC) is recalling certain 2011-2020 Flatbed trailers. The Buffers USA Twistlock configuration may unintentionally rotate to the unlock position, potentially allowing the container that the trailer is transporting to become unstable or detach from the trailer.
Risk
A container that is not securely attached to the trailer can increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Manac will notify owners and will provide a secondary locking mechanism to secure the twistlock configuration, free of charge. The recall began October 31, 2019. Owners may contact Manac customer service at 1-800-361-7900.
Notes
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.