Grumman Allied Ind., Inc. | NHTSA Recall #85V167000

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 85V167000 by Grumman Allied Ind., Inc.. Includes 218 affected units, STRUCTURE:FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY, component: TRAILER HITCHES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

The reinforcing plates were omitted from the trailer pin box assembly, which is used to hold the fifth wheel assembly to the trailer. consequence of defect: a fatique failure off the pin box allow the fifth wheel assembly to separate from the trailer. therefore, the trailer will fall off the towing truck and roll uncontrolled on the roadway. This may cause an accident.

Corrective Action

Replace the pin box assembly if reinforcement plates are missing.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 85V167000

Manufacturer: Grumman Allied Ind., Inc.

Report Received Date: 1985-12-20T00:00:00

Subject: Structure:fifth wheel assembly

Component: Trailer Hitches

Potentially Affected Units: 218

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: The reinforcing plates were omitted from the trailer pin box assembly, which is used to hold the fifth wheel assembly to the trailer. consequence of defect: a fatique failure off the pin box allow the fifth wheel assembly to separate from the trailer. therefore, the trailer will fall off the towing truck and roll uncontrolled on the roadway. This may cause an accident.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: Replace the pin box assembly if reinforcement plates are missing.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-geh2-vmfr~mp8v

NHTSA ID: 85V167000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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