Kaufman Wedge Car Hauler recalled over injury risk

Recall date

May 4, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Kaufman Trailers Group, LLC. recalls 2015–2016 Kaufman Wedge Car Hauler, Flatbed Equipment Trailer

Recall number

16V271000

Brand / firm

Kaufman

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 522 units

Why it was recalled

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.

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.