Kwik-loc Corporation | NHTSA Recall #08V123000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08V123000 by Kwik-loc Corporation. Includes 178 affected units, FIFTH WHEEL LEVER PIVOT BOLTS/SAF-HOLLAND SIMPLEX, component: TRAILER HITCHES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Kwik-loc is recalling 178 my 2006-2007 m4000 and m10000 dollies equipped with holland simplex se or se ii 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

Dealers will replace the pivot bolt and sleeve with a hex head shoulder bolt and washer. the recall began on march 11, 2008. owners may contact kwik-loc at 213-777-4373.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 08V123000

Manufacturer: Kwik-loc Corporation

Report Received Date: 2008-03-19T00:00:00

Subject: Fifth wheel lever pivot bolts/saf-holland simplex

Component: Trailer Hitches

Potentially Affected Units: 178

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Kwik-loc is recalling 178 my 2006-2007 m4000 and m10000 dollies equipped with holland simplex se or se ii 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: Dealers will replace the pivot bolt and sleeve with a hex head shoulder bolt and washer. the recall began on march 11, 2008. owners may contact kwik-loc at 213-777-4373.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-pgvc.f76q_icms

NHTSA ID: 08V123000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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