2006 Fontaine DFT, Fontaine Edft and others recall: trailer hitches

Fontaine Trailer Company reported this safety recall on September 13, 2005. It covers about 131 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 131
reported: Sep 13, 2005
owners notified: Sep 20, 2005

Trailer hitches

What is wrong: On certain open platform trailers, the physical dimensions of the sliding cargo control winches allow it to rotate out of the winch track at a load lower than the strength required by published ratings.
Risk: Failure of the winch could result in a loss of cargo and potential injury or property damage.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the winches. The recall began september 20, 2005. Owners may contact fontaine at 1‑800‑821‑6535.

Recall number 05V403000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 05V403000

Is there a recall on the 2006 Fontaine DFT, Fontaine Edft and others trailer hitches?

Yes. Recall 05V403000, reported on September 13, 2005, covers about 131 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 05V403000?

Dealers will replace the winches. The recall began september 20, 2005. Owners may contact fontaine at 1‑800‑821‑6535.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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