Defect Description For Recall
Kaufman Trailers (Kaufman) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2016 Flatbed And Wedge Car Hauler Trailers Manufactured September 11, 2015, To October 14, 2015, Equipped With Certain 10,000 Lb Dual Wheel Axle Assemblies. The Affected Trailers Were Manufactured With Mismatched Axle Hub And Cone Assemblies That May Cause Leaking Bearing Oil Seals, Thus Resulting In Wheel Bearing Failure.
Make Of Vehicle
KAUFMAN
Model Of Vehicle
WEDGE CAR HAULER
Year
2016
Recall Campaign Number
15V863000
Component Description
Suspension:Rear:Axle:Non-Powered Axle Assembly
Effect Of Defect
Premature Bearing Failure May Increase The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Kaufman Has Notified Owners, And Dealers Will Replace The Affected Axle Assemblies, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On January 15, 2016. Owners May Contact Kaufman Customer Service At 1-336-790-6817.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Kaufman Trailers
Start Of Manufacture
20150911
End Of Manufacture
20151014
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
55
Date Owners Notified
20160115
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Kaufman Trailers Of Nc, Inc.
Date Report Received
20151222