Jost International, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #18E059000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18E059000 by Jost International, Inc.. Affecting outboard sliders, part number a8px-tab (12-24) Includes 194 affected units, Slide Bracket may Cause Fifth Wheel Separation, component: TRAILER HITCHES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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outboard sliders, part number a8px-tab (12-24)

Defect Summary

Jost international, inc. (jost) is recalling certain outboard sliders, part number a8px-tab (12-24). one of the affected slide bracket assemblies may contain an outboard slider bracket that is too narrow, possibly allowing the fifth wheel trailer to separate from the tractor.

Corrective Action

Jost has notified the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the fifth wheel assemblies, and dealers for those manufacturers will inspect the vehicles and replace the incorrect will replace the incorrect slider bracket if necessary, free of charge. the recall began on august 3, 2018. owners may contact jost customer service at 1-616-846-7700.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 18E059000

Manufacturer: Jost International, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2018-07-20T00:00:00

Subject: Slide bracket may cause fifth wheel separation

Component: Trailer Hitches

Potentially Affected Units: 194

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: Jost international, inc. (jost) is recalling certain outboard sliders, part number a8px-tab (12-24). one of the affected slide bracket assemblies may contain an outboard slider bracket that is too narrow, possibly allowing the fifth wheel trailer to separate from the tractor.

Consequence Summary: If the trailer separates from the tractor, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Jost has notified the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the fifth wheel assemblies, and dealers for those manufacturers will inspect the vehicles and replace the incorrect will replace the incorrect slider bracket if necessary, free of charge. the recall began on august 3, 2018. owners may contact jost customer service at 1-616-846-7700.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 94.85

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NHTSA ID: 18E059000

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Created At: 1742808662

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