1998-2008 Xl 100 JPS and Xl 80 JPS recall: fifth wheel assembly
Xl Specialized Trailers, Inc reported this safety recall on October 2, 2008. It covers about 164 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 164
- reported
- Oct 2, 2008
- owners notified
- Jan 5, 2009
Trailer hitches: fifth wheel assembly
- What is wrong
- Xl specialized trailers is recalling 164 my 1998-2008 80 jps and my 2001-2008 100 jps jeep trailers with sliding fifth wheel plates. These trailers may not have the proper welding pattern attaching the slider frame to the jeep frame.
- Risk
- The weld could break increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Xl will fully weld the sliding fifth wheel frame to the jeep frame. The recall began on january 5, 2009. Owners may contact xl at 1‑877‑283‑4852.
Recall number 08V506000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 08V506000
Is there a recall on the 1998-2008 Xl 100 JPS and Xl 80 JPS fifth wheel assembly?
Yes. Recall 08V506000, reported on October 2, 2008, covers about 164 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 08V506000?
Xl will fully weld the sliding fifth wheel frame to the jeep frame. The recall began on january 5, 2009. Owners may contact xl at 1‑877‑283‑4852.
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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