R-vision | NHTSA Recall #03V013000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 03V013000 by R-vision. Includes 368 affected units, R-VISION/PIN BOX CRACKING, component: TRAILER HITCHES, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Defect Summary
On certain fifth wheel trailers equipped with an upper deck pin box, the front section of the upper deck at the pin box area has a problem with excessive flexing.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install a retro fit kit to correct the problem. owner notification began february 18, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact r-vision at 1-574-268-2111.
Recall Overview
NHTSA ID: 03V013000
Manufacturer: R-vision
Report Received Date: 2003-01-07T00:00:00
Subject: R-vision/pin box cracking
Component: Trailer Hitches
Potentially Affected Units: 368
Details
MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: On certain fifth wheel trailers equipped with an upper deck pin box, the front section of the upper deck at the pin box area has a problem with excessive flexing.
Consequence Summary: This excessive flexibility can cause the cracking of the surrounding frame and potentially loosen or sever the connection between the fifth wheel and the towing vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Dealers will install a retro fit kit to correct the problem. owner notification began february 18, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact r-vision at 1-574-268-2111.
Safety Information
Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A
Metadata
SID: row-svbz_677t_ayr5
NHTSA ID: 03V013000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
Created Meta: N/A
Updated At: 1742808662
Updated Meta: N/A
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