2016 Kaufman Flatbed and Kaufman Wedge Car Hauler recall: non-powered axle assembly
Kaufman Trailers reported this safety recall on December 22, 2015. It covers about 55 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 55
- reported
- Dec 22, 2015
- owners notified
- Jan 15, 2016
- related complaints
- 1
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
Affected vehicles
- Kaufman Flatbed 2016 2016
- Kaufman Wedge Car Hauler 2016 2016
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about suspension problems.
Questions about recall 15V863000
Is there a recall on the 2016 Kaufman Flatbed and Kaufman Wedge Car Hauler non-powered axle assembly?
Yes. Recall 15V863000, reported on December 22, 2015, covers about 55 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 15V863000?
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.
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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