Keystone Automotive Operations, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #18E022000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18E022000 by Keystone Automotive Operations, Inc.. Affecting husky towing products, fifth wheel trailer hitches, part numbers 31569/14-1706, and 31570/14-1707 Includes 25,000 affected units, Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch Fasteners may Loosen, component: TRAILER HITCHES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

husky towing products, fifth wheel trailer hitches, part numbers 31569/14-1706, and 31570/14-1707

Defect Summary

Keystone automotive operations, inc. (keystone) is recalling certain husky towing products, fifth wheel trailer hitches, part numbers 31569/14-1706, and 31570/14-1707. the fasteners in the fifth wheel trailer hitch may loosen, potentially causing the jaws to unexpectedly open or preventing the jaws from being able to be unlocked.

Corrective Action

Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected hardware using thread locker, free of charge. the recall began on may 4, 2018. owners may contact keystone customer service at 1-800-432-8063.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 18E022000

Manufacturer: Keystone Automotive Operations, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2018-04-06T00:00:00

Subject: Fifth wheel trailer hitch fasteners may loosen

Component: Trailer Hitches

Potentially Affected Units: 25,000

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: Keystone automotive operations, inc. (keystone) is recalling certain husky towing products, fifth wheel trailer hitches, part numbers 31569/14-1706, and 31570/14-1707. the fasteners in the fifth wheel trailer hitch may loosen, potentially causing the jaws to unexpectedly open or preventing the jaws from being able to be unlocked.

Consequence Summary: If the jaws unexpectedly open, the fifth wheel trailer will not be secured to the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected hardware using thread locker, free of charge. the recall began on may 4, 2018. owners may contact keystone customer service at 1-800-432-8063.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 18

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NHTSA ID: 18E022000

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Created At: 1742808662

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