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NHTSA Recall 19V607000: Latches/locks/linkages

Manac Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 44 vehicles. It affects 2012–2020 Manac Flatbed.

44
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2019
owners notified (October 31)
NHTSA campaign19V607000
ComponentLATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Report receivedAugust 19, 2019
Owner notificationOctober 31, 2019
Initiated byManufacturer

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.

Safety risk

A container that is not securely attached to the trailer can increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

Vehicles covered by recall 19V607000

Make and modelModel years
Manac Flatbed2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020

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.