Aluma Klm 8610t recalled over injury risk

Recall date

August 2, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Aluma KLM recalls 2011–2015 Aluma Klm 8610t, 8605t, 8612t

Recall number

16V573000

Brand / firm

Aluma Klm

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1,839 units

Why it was recalled

If the axle mounts separate, there could be a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Aluma/KLM is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 8605T, 8610T, and 8612T trailers manufactured January 1, 2011, to October 30, 2015. The affected trailers may have misaligned axle mounts, possibly resulting in the axle mounts detaching from the trailer.

What to do

Aluma/KLM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the axle mount alignment, repairing it as necessary. Additionally, flat straps will be retrofitted to the axle mounts. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on September 30, 2016. Owners may contact Aluma/KLM customer service at 1-866-415-3285.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.