Recall 16V239000: 2014–2016 Pitts Trailers LP, 2014–2016 Pitts Trailers LT, 2014–2016 Pitts Trailers PT
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Apr 25, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- 637
- Models
- 3
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Pitts Enterprises, Inc. (Pitts) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 LT, LP and PT logging trailers manufactured January 1, 2014, to May 31, 2015. The affected trailers have a single point trunnion mount suspension which may develop cracks in the welds between the suspension and the frame.
The risk
If the welds crack, the suspension can shift or detach, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Pitts will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the suspension for cracks and repair the welds, free of charge. The recall began on May 6. 2016. Owners may contact Pitts customer service at 1-800-321-8073.
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
- 2014 Pitts Trailers LP
- 2015 Pitts Trailers LP
- 2016 Pitts Trailers LP
- 2014 Pitts Trailers LT
- 2015 Pitts Trailers LT
- 2016 Pitts Trailers LT
- 2014 Pitts Trailers PT
- 2015 Pitts Trailers PT
- 2016 Pitts Trailers PT
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 16V239000
- Manufacturer
- Pitts Enterprises, Inc
- Owner letters
- May 6, 2016
- Components
- Suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly (Suspension)
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