Defect Description For Recall
Fontaine Fifth Wheel Company (Fontaine) Is Recalling Certain Ultra Lt Fifth Wheel Connectors, Part Number Sltpl4000, Manufactured July 29, 2009 To May 27, 2013. Over Time, Improper Coupling Techniques May Result In Cumulative Damage To The Fifth Wheel And Its Locking Mechanism, Which In Turn May Result In The Locking Mechanism Failing To Operate Or To Properly Engage.
Make Of Vehicle
FONTAINE
Model Of Vehicle
ULTRA LT FIFTH WHEEL
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
15E066000
Component Description
Trailer Hitches:Fifth Wheel Assembly
Effect Of Defect
If The Fifth Wheel And Locking Mechanism Are Sufficiently Damaged, The Locking Mechanism May Fail To Operate As Intended And The Trailer May Unexpectedly Detach From The Tractor, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Fontaine Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Replace The Fifth Wheel With An Ultra Nt Model Fifth Wheel, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On November 2, 2015. Owners May Contact Fontaine Customer Service At 1-844-597-7393 Or Ultraltrecall@Fifthwheel.Com.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Fontaine Fifth Wheel Company
Start Of Manufacture
20090729
End Of Manufacture
20130527
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
6800
Date Owners Notified
20151102
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Fontaine Fifth Wheel Company
Date Report Received
20150814