Quality Trailers | NHTSA Recall #16V297000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V297000 by Quality Trailers. Affecting model year 2015 flatbed equipment and wedge car hauler trailers manufactured april 1, 2015, to april 30, 2016 Includes 57 affected units, Axle May Disconnect From Spring Hangers, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2015 flatbed equipment and wedge car hauler trailers manufactured april 1, 2015, to april 30, 2016

Defect Summary

Quality trailers is recalling certain model year 2015 flatbed equipment and wedge car hauler trailers manufactured april 1, 2015, to april 30, 2016. the lock nuts that secure the axle hanger to the springs may not have been properly crimped allowing the nut to loosen and detach during operation.

Corrective Action

Quality trailers will notify owners, and provide them with new nylock replacement nuts, free of charge. the recall began on may 26, 2016. owners may contact quality customer service at 1-336-859-2501.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 16V297000
Manufacturer: Quality Trailers
Report Received Date: 2016-05-13T00:00:00
Subject: Axle may disconnect from spring hangers
Component: Suspension
Potentially Affected Units: 57

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Quality trailers is recalling certain model year 2015 flatbed equipment and wedge car hauler trailers manufactured april 1, 2015, to april 30, 2016. the lock nuts that secure the axle hanger to the springs may not have been properly crimped allowing the nut to loosen and detach during operation.
Consequence Summary: If the nuts were to fall off, the bolts could loosen, and the axle may disconnect from the spring hangers, shifting or detaching from the trailer and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Quality trailers will notify owners, and provide them with new nylock replacement nuts, free of charge. the recall began on may 26, 2016. owners may contact quality customer service at 1-336-859-2501.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 100

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NHTSA ID: 16V297000
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