Defect Description For Recall
Hyundai Translead Is Recalling 605 My 2007-2008 Converter Dolly Trailers Equipped With Saf-Holland Simplex Fifth Wheels. A Deformed Spacer May Prevent The Lever Bar From Fully Articulating, Thus Preventing The Sliding Lock From Engaging The Jaw In The Coupled Position Around The Trailer KinGPIn.
Make Of Vehicle
HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD
Model Of Vehicle
CONVERTER DOLLY TRAILER
Year
2007
Recall Campaign Number
08V086000
Component Description
Trailer Hitches:Fifth Wheel Assembly
Effect Of Defect
Failure Of The Fifth Wheel To Fully Couple With The Trailer Could Result In The Trailer Detaching When In Motion Causing Serious Damage And /Or Death.
Fix Defect
Hyundai Translead Is Working With Saf-Holland. Saf-Holland Will Send A Repair Kit To Owners Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On March 4, 2008. Owners May Contact Saf-Holland At 1-888-396-6501 Ext. 4343 Or Hyundai Translead At 619-680-3144.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Hyundai Translead
Start Of Manufacture
20060501
End Of Manufacture
20070831
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
605
Date Owners Notified
20080304
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Hyundai Translead
Date Report Received
20080226