Hi N-Trouble...
Nobody is saying there is a catostrauphic failure here or a Major issue. The hitch from Anderson is proving very safe and reliable.
Even Andersen has said in an the email that some users reported some minor bending of the bed floor. Why would there not be? It's not the end of the world or Even dangerous. If they follow the other companies lead and add the strips the issue would probably go away. Doing small things like this adds value to the product in customers eyes.
The Andersen is picking up sales, once they make a big enough dent in B&W's sales I am sure B&W will start pointing out small things (and it is a small thing) like this to boost their sales back up.
Thanks!
Jeremiah