Defect Description For Recall
Kaufman Trailers (Kaufman) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2015-2016 Flatbed Equipment And Wedge Car Hauler Trailers Manufactured April 1, 2015, To April 30, 2016. The Lock Nuts That Secure The Axle Hanger To The Springs May Not Have Been Properly Crimped Allowing The Nut To Loosen And Detach During Operation.
Make Of Vehicle
KAUFMAN
Model Of Vehicle
FLATBED EQUIPMENT TRAILER
Year
2016
Recall Campaign Number
16V271000
Component Description
Suspension:Rear:Axle:Non-Powered Axle Assembly
Effect Of Defect
If The Nuts Were To Fall Off, The Bolts Could Loosen, And The Axle May Disconnect From The Spring Hangers, Shifting Or Detaching From The Trailer And Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Kaufman Will Notify Owners, And Provide Them With New Nylock Replacement Nuts, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On May 20, 2016. Owners May Contact Kaufman Customer Service At 1-336-790-6800.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Kaufman Trailers
Start Of Manufacture
20150401
End Of Manufacture
20160430
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
522
Date Owners Notified
20160520
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Kaufman Trailers Of Nc, Inc.
Date Report Received
20160504