Defect Description For Recall
Fontaine Trailer Company (Fontaine Trailer) Is Recalling Certain 2017-2019 Traverse Ht (Hydraulic Tail) Trailers. The Hydraulic Cylinder Retaining Pin For The Main Tail May Disconnect From The Trailer Unexpectedly.
Make Of Vehicle
FONTAINE
Model Of Vehicle
TRAVERSE HT
Year
2019
Recall Campaign Number
19V302000
Component Description
Equipment
Effect Of Defect
If The Hydraulic Cylinder Retaining Pin Becomes Disconnected It May Become A Road Hazard. Additionally, The Hydraulic Cylinder May Drop Free And Impact The Road, And Cause A Loss Of Vehicle Control. Either Condition Increases The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Fontaine Trailer Will Notify Owners And Dealers Will Replace The Hydraulic Cylinder Retaining Pin Snap Rings For Cotter Pins, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began June 13, 2019. Owners May Contact Fontaine Trailer Customer Service At 1-877-345-9526.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Fontaine Trailer Company
Start Of Manufacture
20171208
End Of Manufacture
20190316
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
123
Date Owners Notified
20190613
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Fontaine Trailer Company
Date Report Received
20190415