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2015-2016 Kaufman Flatbed Equipment Trailer and Kaufman Wedge Car Hauler recall: non-powered axle assembly

Kaufman Trailers reported this safety recall on May 4, 2016. It covers about 522 vehicles.

vehicles affected
522
reported
May 4, 2016
owners notified
May 20, 2016
related complaints
1

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

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about suspension problems.

2015 Kaufman Flatbed Equipment Trailer2016 Kaufman Flatbed Equipment Trailer2015 Kaufman Wedge Car Hauler2016 Kaufman Wedge Car Hauler

Questions about recall 16V271000

Is there a recall on the 2015-2016 Kaufman Flatbed Equipment Trailer and Kaufman Wedge Car Hauler non-powered axle assembly?

Yes. Recall 16V271000, reported on May 4, 2016, covers about 522 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 16V271000?

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.

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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