2016 Kaufman Wedge Car Hauler recalls
There are 2 safety recalls on record for the 2016 Kaufman Wedge Car Hauler, covering 577 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
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Suspension: rear: axle: non-powered axle assembly
- What is wrong
- 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.
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 16V271000 · Recall details
Suspension: rear: axle: non-powered axle assembly
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 15V863000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2016 Kaufman Wedge Car Hauler recalls
How do I check if my 2016 Kaufman Wedge Car Hauler has an open recall?
Enter your VIN in the VIN decoder on this page to see the recalls for your exact model and year, then confirm with any dealer of the brand or the manufacturer, who can tell you whether the repair was already done on your car.
Do I have to pay for a recall repair?
No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.
How many recalls does the 2016 Kaufman Wedge Car Hauler have?
2, covering suspension.
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