Fontaine Heavy-haul | NHTSA Recall #13V076000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 13V076000 by Fontaine Heavy-haul. Affecting model year 2013 renegade lx40 and lxt40 lowbed trailers manufactured between august 2012 and november 2012 Includes 78 affected units, Gooseneck to Deck Combo Eye Plate Cracks, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2013 renegade lx40 and lxt40 lowbed trailers manufactured between august 2012 and november 2012

Defect Summary

Fontaine trailer company, dba fontaine heavy-haul, is recalling certain model year 2013 renegade lx40 and lxt40 lowbed trailers manufactured between august 2012 and november 2012. the combo eye plate that connects the gooseneck portion of the trailer to the deck portion of the trailer may crack and ultimately fracture and thereby fail to maintain the load carrying capabilities as designed.

Corrective Action

Fontaine heavy-haul will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace any defective components free of charge. the recall began on march 11, 2013. owners may contact fontaine heavy-haul at 1-866-382-7278, option 2, ext. 819.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 13V076000

Manufacturer: Fontaine Heavy-haul

Report Received Date: 2013-02-22T00:00:00

Subject: Gooseneck to deck combo eye plate cracks

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 78

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Fontaine trailer company, dba fontaine heavy-haul, is recalling certain model year 2013 renegade lx40 and lxt40 lowbed trailers manufactured between august 2012 and november 2012. the combo eye plate that connects the gooseneck portion of the trailer to the deck portion of the trailer may crack and ultimately fracture and thereby fail to maintain the load carrying capabilities as designed.

Consequence Summary: In the event of a combo eye plate crack and failure, the deck of the trailer could tilt and impact the highway, stopping the vehicle unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Fontaine heavy-haul will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace any defective components free of charge. the recall began on march 11, 2013. owners may contact fontaine heavy-haul at 1-866-382-7278, option 2, ext. 819.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 13V076000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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