Kalyn/siebert | NHTSA Recall #08V142000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08V142000 by Kalyn/siebert. Includes 8 affected units, FIFTH WHEEL LEVER PIVOT BOLTS/SAF-HOLLAND SIMPLEX, component: TRAILER HITCHES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Kalyn/siebert is recalling 8 my 2007 kalyn lbo-5-60/70t, lbo-4-60t oilfield lowboy trailer and my 2008 siebert 40t3aj trailer 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

Kalyn/siebert is working with saf-holland. saf-holland will send a repair kit to owners free of charge. the recall began on march 26, 2008. owners may contact saf-holland at 1-888-396-6501 ext. 4343 or kalyn/siebert at 1-254-865-7235.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 08V142000

Manufacturer: Kalyn/siebert

Report Received Date: 2008-03-25T00:00:00

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

Component: Trailer Hitches

Potentially Affected Units: 8

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Kalyn/siebert is recalling 8 my 2007 kalyn lbo-5-60/70t, lbo-4-60t oilfield lowboy trailer and my 2008 siebert 40t3aj trailer 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: Kalyn/siebert is working with saf-holland. saf-holland will send a repair kit to owners free of charge. the recall began on march 26, 2008. owners may contact saf-holland at 1-888-396-6501 ext. 4343 or kalyn/siebert at 1-254-865-7235.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-wc2f~mven~3r7e

NHTSA ID: 08V142000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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