Carriage, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #02V312000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 02V312000 by Carriage, Inc.. Includes 1,450 affected units, CARRIAGE/PIN BOX, component: TRAILER HITCHES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Certain fifth wheel trailers may have an insufficient frame structure to support the pin box.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install a reinforcement kit to the frame structure surrounding the pin box. Owner notification began april 30, 2003. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact carriage at 1-800-895-0108.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 02V312000

Manufacturer: Carriage, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2002-11-19T00:00:00

Subject: Carriage/pin box

Component: Trailer Hitches

Potentially Affected Units: 1,450

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Certain fifth wheel trailers may have an insufficient frame structure to support the pin box.

Consequence Summary: Over time stress cracks could begin to occur at the frame insertion points and front cross structure surrounding the pin box (hitch). this could result in the trailer becoming partially or fully detached from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash, personal injury or property damage.

Corrective Action: Dealers will install a reinforcement kit to the frame structure surrounding the pin box. Owner notification began april 30, 2003. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact carriage at 1-800-895-0108.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-jr86_m5up.5bn2

NHTSA ID: 02V312000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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