Defect Description For Recall
Certain Fifth Wheel Trailers May Have An Insufficient Frame Structure To Support The Pin Box.
Make Of Vehicle
CARRIAGE
Model Of Vehicle
CARRI LITE
Year
1997
Recall Campaign Number
02V312000
Component Description
Trailer Hitches:Fifth Wheel Assembly
Effect Of Defect
Over Time Stress Cracks Could Begin To Occur At The Frame Insertion Points And Front Cross Structure Surrounding The Pin Box (Hitch). This Could Result In The Trailer Becoming Partially Or Fully Detached From The Tow Vehicle, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash, Personal Injury Or Property Damage.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Install A Reinforcement Kit To The Frame Structure Surrounding The Pin Box. Owner Notification Began April 30, 2003. Owners Who Do Not Receive The Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact Carriage At 1-800-895-0108.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Carriage, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
1450
Date Owners Notified
20030430
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Carriage, Inc.
Date Report Received
20021119