FONTAINE REVOLUTION 2016: STRUCTURE
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 15V352000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| FONTAINE | REVOLUTION | 2016 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2015-07-01 | 2015-06-08 | 2015-06-08 |
Production Dates: 2015-04-20 - 2015-05-13
Manufacturers Involved: Fontaine Trailer Company
Component: STRUCTURE
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 159
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Fontaine Trailer Company "Fontaine" is recalling certain model year 2016 Revolution flat deck platform and step deck platform semi-trailers manufactured April 20, 2015, to May 13, 2015. In the affected trailers, the hardened washers used in the bolted connections that secure the upper coupler, landing gear and suspensions to the trailer sub-frame may crack.
Failure of the washers can cause the bolted joints to loosen, causing detachment of the trailer's structural components, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fontaine will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected washers as well as the nuts and bolts used in the connections, free of charge. The recall began on July 1, 2015. Owners may contact Fontaine customer service at 1-205-485-1300.
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.safercar.gov.
