Kaufman Trailers Group, Llc. | NHTSA Recall #15V863000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 15V863000 by Kaufman Trailers Group, Llc.. Affecting model year 2016 flatbed and wedge car hauler trailers manufactured september 11, 2015, to october 14, 2015, equipped with certain 10,000 lb dual wheel axle assemblies Includes 55 affected units, Axles may Leak Oil and Bearings may Fail, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModelsmodel year 2016 flatbed and wedge car hauler trailers manufactured september 11, 2015, to october 14, 2015, equipped with certain 10,000 lb dual wheel axle assemblies
Defect Summary
Kaufman trailers (kaufman) is recalling certain model year 2016 flatbed and wedge car hauler trailers manufactured september 11, 2015, to october 14, 2015, equipped with certain 10,000 lb dual wheel axle assemblies. the affected trailers were manufactured with mismatched axle hub and cone assemblies that may cause leaking bearing oil seals, thus resulting in wheel bearing failure.
Corrective Action
Kaufman has notified owners, and dealers will replace the affected axle assemblies, free of charge. the recall began on january 15, 2016. owners may contact kaufman customer service at 1-336-790-6817.