Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Dump Trailers Equipped With Fifth Wheel Plates, Cracks Are Visible In The Plate Located Around The Hoist Mounts And King Pin.
Make Of Vehicle
TRAIL KING
Model Of Vehicle
ATL
Year
2003
Recall Campaign Number
03V533000
Component Description
Structure
Effect Of Defect
This Could Cause Failure Of The Trailer And Result In A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Either Provide A Gusset, Free Of Charge, Or Replace The Plate. Owner Notification Began January 8, 2004. Owners Who Take Their Vehicles To An Authorized Dealer On An Agreed Upon Service Date And Do Not Receive The Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact Trail King At 1-800-545-1549.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Trail King Industries, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
19970120
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
616
Date Owners Notified
20040108
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Trail King Industries, Inc.
Date Report Received
20031212