Structure:tailgate assembly
Defect Summary
The liftgate assembly may experience several types of failure; 1) the hydraulic hoses may leak or separate from the fitting at the swaged end of the fitting on all models, 2) if proper procedures for storing the bz and rz liftgates for transit are not followed, the lift cylinder clevises may break as a result of road vibration and cause the clevis to unscrew; and 3) if proper procedures are not followed for storing the bz and rz liftgates, the liftgates can come in contact with the cylinder clevises, which can break the clevis off of the cylinder shaft.
Safety Consequence
If any or a combination of any of the above problemsoccurs, the liftgate platform can fall to the ground, possibly causing personalinjury to anyone close to the assembly.
Corrective Action
1) all hydraulic sae 100r1 hoses will be replaced with sae 100r2 hoses, 2) apply locking compound to the liftgate clevises on the bz and rz model liftgates, 3) all proper locking nuts will be installed, properly torqued and welded in place, 4) the bz and rz models will be modified to prevent the tilt cylinder clevises from breaking. Note: if your equipment is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free of charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, please contact waltco service center at 1-216-633-9191. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Waltco Truck Equipment Co or involving Structure.
FAQ: Recall 93E042000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 93E042000?
NHTSA recall 93E042000 was issued by Waltco Truck Equipment Co on December 29, 1993. It addresses: Structure:tailgate assembly. The recall affects approximately 4,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Waltco Truck Equipment Co dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 93E042000 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.