NHTSA Recall 16V804000: Non-powered axle assembly (suspension)
PTIC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 45 vehicles. It affects 9 models including the Stratos DMD-1000.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V804000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 001-2016-11 |
| Component | SUSPENSION › REAR › AXLE › NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | November 4, 2016 |
| Owner notification | December 23, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Pavement Technologies Int'l. Corp. (PTIC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Stratos DMT-400, DTM-600, DMT-1000, DMD-400, DMD-600, DMD-1000, SG-400I, SG-600I, and SG-1000I Asphalt Distributor trailers manufactured October 1, 2014, to October 20, 2016. The weight of the affected trailers, when the tank is fully loaded, may exceed the axle manufacturer's maximum load bearing capacity.
Safety risk
If the axles are overloaded, the bearings may overheat and/or the hubs may detach from the axles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
PTIC will notify owners, and dealers will replace the axles with upgraded ones, free of charge. The recall began on December 23. 2016. Owners may contact PTIC customer service at 1-518-218-7676.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 16V804000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Stratos DMD-1000 | 2014, 2015, 2016 |
| Stratos DMD-400 | 2014, 2015, 2016 |
| Stratos DMD-600 | 2014, 2015, 2016 |
| Stratos DMT-1000 | 2014, 2015, 2016 |
| Stratos DMT-400 | 2014, 2015, 2016 |
| Stratos DMT-600 | 2014, 2015, 2016 |
| Stratos SG-1000I | 2014, 2015, 2016 |
| Stratos SG-400I | 2014, 2015, 2016 |
| Stratos SG-600I | 2014, 2015, 2016 |
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.