Recall 13V351000: 2012–2013 Kaufman Trailer
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Aug 7, 2013
- Vehicles affected
- 269
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Kaufman Trailers of NC, Inc. and Kaufman Trailers of NE, Inc. (Kaufman) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 gooseneck auto transport trailers and equipment trailers manufactured June 26, through August 6, 2013. These trailers are equipped with kingpins attched to square bottom plates which may crack over time, causing the button to separate from the bottom plate.
The risk
If the kingpin button separates, the trailer could become detached from the towing vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Kaufman will notify owners instructing them to inspect their trailers for kingpins with square bottom plates. Kaufman will ship replacement kingpins to owners of affected trailers, free of charge. The recall began on August 16, 2013. Owners may contact Kaufman at 1-336-790-6800.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2012 Kaufman Trailer
- 2013 Kaufman Trailer
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 13V351000
- Manufacturer
- Kaufman Trailers
- Owner letters
- Aug 16, 2013
- Components
- Trailer hitches (Body & Structure)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology