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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 16E076000

Thieman Steel Frame Liftgate — Structure: body: hatchback/liftgate

Published September 29, 2016 · Recall initiated: September 29, 2016

Summary

NHTSA records recall 16E076000, published September 29, 2016. Recalling firm: Thieman Tailgates; Thieman Steel Frame Liftgate — Structure: body: hatchback/liftgate.

What's the hazard

Thieman Tailgates (Thieman) is recalling certain TVL125, TVL125A, TVL16, TVL16A, and SP TVL125A AL 75X48+18+6 D/FACS liftgates manufactured September 25, 2014, to July 2, 2015. The roller chains on the affected liftgates may fail.

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.

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Recall details

Brand
THIEMAN
Model
STEEL FRAME LIFTGATE
Manufacturer
Thieman Tailgates
Lot
THIEMAN STEEL FRAME LIFTGATE
Risk classification
E
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Thieman Steel Frame Liftgate — Structure: body: hatchback/liftgate recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 16E076000 on September 29, 2016. Reported hazard: Thieman Tailgates (Thieman) is recalling certain TVL125, TVL125A, TVL16, TVL16A, and SP TVL125A AL 75X48+18+6 D/FACS liftgates manufactured September 25, 2014, to July 2, 2015. The roller chains on the affected liftgates may fail.

What should I do if I have this product?

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.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: THIEMAN. Model: STEEL FRAME LIFTGATE.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)