Recall 17V186000: 2016–2017 Trail King Aacs, 2016–2017 Trail King ACS
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Mar 15, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- 55
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Trail King Industries, Inc. (Trail King) is recalling certain 2016-2017 ACS and AACS drop deck fifth wheel trailers. The fifth wheel coupler plate on these vehicles may crack, potentially allowing the trailer to detach from the tractor.
The risk
If the trailer to detaches from the tractor, it can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Trail King will notify owners, and dealers will replace the coupler plate, free of charge. The recall began on March 20, 2017. Owners may contact Trail King customer service at 1-800-843-3324.
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
- 2016 Trail King Aacs
- 2017 Trail King Aacs
- 2016 Trail King ACS
- 2017 Trail King ACS
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 17V186000
- Manufacturer
- Trail King Industries, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Mar 20, 2017
- Components
- Trailer hitches:fifth wheel assembly (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