Holland Hitch Company | NHTSA Recall #94E017000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 94E017000 by Holland Hitch Company. Includes 4,918 affected units, STRUCTURE:FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY, component: TRAILER HITCHES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

A defect in the front lock portion of the fifth wheel casting (a structural, load bearing component of the fifth wheel assembly) causes a crack in the casting. This crack can propagate over time.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and replace the top plate of the fifth wheel assembly as necessary.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 94E017000

Manufacturer: Holland Hitch Company

Report Received Date: 1994-06-06T00:00:00

Subject: Structure:fifth wheel assembly

Component: Trailer Hitches

Potentially Affected Units: 4,918

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: A defect in the front lock portion of the fifth wheel casting (a structural, load bearing component of the fifth wheel assembly) causes a crack in the casting. This crack can propagate over time.

Consequence Summary: If the crack is not detected, it can cause separationof the tractor and trailer, which could result in an accident.

Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect and replace the top plate of the fifth wheel assembly as necessary.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-fnsd~82wg.se9g

NHTSA ID: 94E017000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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