Safety Recall NHTSA · 79V072000 Reported March 16, 1979

Structure

Heil Trailer International, Co · N/A · 8 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
79V072000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
8
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
March 16, 1979

Defect Summary

The girth seam may develop a crack which can continue to grow until the tank fails, bringing the trailer to a stop.

Corrective Action

Repairs will consist of a lapper band being placed over the girth seam and the installation of fittings which can be air tested to determine if a failure is developing.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Heil Trailer International, Co dealer and reference recall ID 79V072000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 79V072000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 79V072000?

NHTSA recall 79V072000 was issued by Heil Trailer International, Co on March 16, 1979. It addresses: Structure. The recall affects approximately 8 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Heil Trailer International, Co dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 79V072000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.