NHTSA Recall 09V181000: Labels (equipment)
ARMOR REX INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,910 vehicles. It affects 11 models including the Long Chih LCI-240TA.
| NHTSA campaign | 09V181000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS |
| Report received | May 28, 2009 |
| Owner notification | June 15, 2009 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Armor rex is recalling 3,910 long chih trailers for failing to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims" in that they are missing a tire placard label. Also, the gvwr on the certification label on some of the trailers is incorrect. Finally, the gvwr and gawr must be stated in pounds.
Safety risk
The missing and incorrect information could lead to improper vehicle loading or tire inflation which could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Long chih is conducting the remedy for this campaign and corrected labels will be mailed to consumers with instruction to properly affix to trailer please see 09v-079. Also, accurate consumer information will be provided. Owners may contact long chih at 886-2-29068666 or armor rex at 626-969-0889.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 09V181000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Long Chih LCI-240TA | 2008 |
| Long Chih LCI-248TE | 2008 |
| Long Chih LCI-745TC | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 |
| Long Chih LCI-746TE | 2006, 2007, 2008 |
| Long Chih LCI-748TC | 2008 |
| Long Chih LCI-749TC | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 |
| Long Chih LCI-749TE | 2005, 2006 |
| Long Chih LCI-830T | 2005 |
| Long Chih LCI-832T | 2005, 2006 |
| Long Chih LCI-832TA | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 |
| Long Chih LCI-850TA | 2005, 2006 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.