Mansfield Tire & Rubber C | NHTSA Recall #80V005000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 80V005000 by Mansfield Tire & Rubber C. Includes 30 affected units, EQUIPMENT:OTHER PIECES:TRAILER HITCHES AND ATTACHM, component: TRAILER HITCHES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

The defect is due to a design error in the coupling system of the trailer and towing vehicle. In normal operation, the surge brake hitch coupler activates the trailer brakes as the towing vehicle decelerates. A transverse pin, located in the rear part of the brake actuator, may pull out of the fixed ears at its extreme ends. This would allow trailer separation, except for the safety chains.

Corrective Action

Dealer will inspect vehicle and replace defective components without charge.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 80V005000

Manufacturer: Mansfield Tire & Rubber C

Report Received Date: 1980-01-22T00:00:00

Subject: Equipment:other pieces:trailer hitches and attachm

Component: Trailer Hitches

Potentially Affected Units: 30

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: The defect is due to a design error in the coupling system of the trailer and towing vehicle. In normal operation, the surge brake hitch coupler activates the trailer brakes as the towing vehicle decelerates. A transverse pin, located in the rear part of the brake actuator, may pull out of the fixed ears at its extreme ends. This would allow trailer separation, except for the safety chains.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: Dealer will inspect vehicle and replace defective components without charge.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-m5k9-f8gd_pmrp

NHTSA ID: 80V005000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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