Recall 16V271000: 2015–2016 Kaufman Flatbed Equipment Trailer, 2015–2016 Kaufman Wedge CAR Hauler
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- May 4, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- 522
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
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.
The risk
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.
The fix
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.
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
- 2015 Kaufman Flatbed Equipment Trailer
- 2016 Kaufman Flatbed Equipment Trailer
- 2015 Kaufman Wedge CAR Hauler
- 2016 Kaufman Wedge CAR Hauler
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 16V271000
- Manufacturer
- Kaufman Trailers
- Owner letters
- May 20, 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