ABS REMORQUES WC 2020: TRAILER HITCHES

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 23V005000

Make Model Year
ABS REMORQUES WC 2020
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2023-02-07 2023-01-13 2023-01-17

Manufacturers Involved: ABS Remorques

Component: TRAILER HITCHES

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 34

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

ABS Remorques "ABS" is recalling certain 2014-2023 RC, WC, LRC, and LWC semi-trailers. The coupling plate may deteriorate, resulting in failure of the king pin and trailer detachment.

Consequence

A detached trailer cannot be controlled and may overturn or obstruct the road, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Semi-trailer owners are advised to inspect for any coupling plate or king pin damage prior to operation. If damage is found, owners should not operate the trailer until it has been repaired. ABS authorized service facilities will replace the coupling plates, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 2, 2023. Owners may contact ABS customer service at 819-879-6216.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.nhtsa.gov.