Kaufman 2016 Suspension recall
Recalled December 22, 2015 · NHTSA recall 15V863000 · Kaufman
Hazard
Premature bearing failure may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Kaufman has notified owners, and dealers will replace the affected axle assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2016. Owners may contact Kaufman customer service at 1-336-790-6817.
Units
55 units
Description
Kaufman Trailers (Kaufman) is recalling certain model year 2016 Flatbed and Wedge Car Hauler trailers manufactured September 11, 2015, to October 14, 2015, equipped with certain 10,000 lb dual wheel axle assemblies. The affected trailers were manufactured with mismatched axle hub and cone assemblies that may cause leaking bearing oil seals, thus resulting in wheel bearing failure.
What to do
Kaufman has notified owners, and dealers will replace the affected axle assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2016. Owners may contact Kaufman customer service at 1-336-790-6817.
Product
Kaufman FLATBED · Kaufman WEDGE CAR HAULER
Manufacturer(s)
Kaufman Trailers Group, LLC.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →