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Jost International Trailer Hitches recall

Recalled July 20, 2018 · NHTSA recall 18E059000 · Jost International

Hazard
If the trailer separates from the tractor, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Jost has notified the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the fifth wheel assemblies, and dealers for those manufacturers will inspect the vehicles and replace the incorrect will replace the incorrect slider bracket if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 3, 2018. Owners may contact Jost customer service at 1-616-846-7700.
Units
194 units

Description

Jost International, Inc. (Jost) is recalling certain Outboard Sliders, part number A8PX-Tab (12-24). One of the affected slide bracket assemblies may contain an outboard slider bracket that is too narrow, possibly allowing the fifth wheel trailer to separate from the tractor.

What to do

Jost has notified the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the fifth wheel assemblies, and dealers for those manufacturers will inspect the vehicles and replace the incorrect will replace the incorrect slider bracket if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 3, 2018. Owners may contact Jost customer service at 1-616-846-7700.

Product
Jost International OUTBOARD SLIDER
Manufacturer(s)
Jost International, Inc.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov

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