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Kaufman 2012–2013 Trailer Hitches recall

Recalled August 7, 2013 · NHTSA recall 13V351000 · Kaufman

Hazard
If the kingpin button separates, the trailer could become detached from the towing vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Units
269 units

Description

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.

What to do

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.

Product
Kaufman TRAILER
Manufacturer(s)
Kaufman Trailers Group, LLC.

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

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