Stoughton Trailers, Llc | NHTSA Recall #08V095000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08V095000 by Stoughton Trailers, Llc. Includes 366 affected units, FIFTH WHEEL LEVER PIVOT BOLTS/SAF-HOLLAND SIMPLEX, component: TRAILER HITCHES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Stoughton is recalling 366 my 2007-2008 ddw-s ar dollies equipped with saf-holland simplex fifth wheels. the latch lever pivot bolt assembly may have been over-tightened which could distort the pivot bolt spacer sleeve. corrosion or contaminates in the pivot may cause it to bind and prevent the fifth wheel jaw from latching securely around the trailer king pin.

Corrective Action

Stoughton is working with saf-holland. saf-holland will send a repair kit to owners free of charge. the recall is expected to begin on or about march 1, 2008. owners may contact saf-holland at 1-888-396-6501 ext. 4343 or stoughton at 608-873-2565.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 08V095000
Manufacturer: Stoughton Trailers, Llc
Report Received Date: 2008-02-28T00:00:00
Subject: Fifth wheel lever pivot bolts/saf-holland simplex
Component: Trailer Hitches
Potentially Affected Units: 366

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Stoughton is recalling 366 my 2007-2008 ddw-s ar dollies equipped with saf-holland simplex fifth wheels. the latch lever pivot bolt assembly may have been over-tightened which could distort the pivot bolt spacer sleeve. corrosion or contaminates in the pivot may cause it to bind and prevent the fifth wheel jaw from latching securely around the trailer king pin.
Consequence Summary: There is a possibility that the fifth wheel may fail to latch without the driver's knowledge. when this occurs, the driver could drive away and the trailer could become disengaged increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Stoughton is working with saf-holland. saf-holland will send a repair kit to owners free of charge. the recall is expected to begin on or about march 1, 2008. owners may contact saf-holland at 1-888-396-6501 ext. 4343 or stoughton at 608-873-2565.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-8zvr_bdv2~dd7j
NHTSA ID: 08V095000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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