KAUFMAN DOUBLE DECK CAR HAULER 2018: SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:SPINDLE
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V125000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| KAUFMAN | DOUBLE DECK CAR HAULER | 2018 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2018-02-28 | 2018-02-20 | 2018-02-22 |
Production Dates: 2017-07-01 - 2018-02-14
Manufacturers Involved: Kaufman Trailers Group, LLC.
Component: SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:SPINDLE
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 189
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Kaufman Trailers of NC, Inc. "Kaufman" is recalling certain 2018 Kaufman Double Deck Car Hauler trailers, model numbers FE-3/7K-44 and FE-3/7K-47. The axles may have incorrect spindles which may fail, resulting in the detachment of a wheel and hub from the trailer.
A wheel and hub detachment increases the risk of a crash.
Kaufman will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the axles and replace any axles that have incorrect spindles, free of charge. The recall began on February 28, 2018. Owners may contact Kaufman customer service at 1-336-790-2756 or 1-336-790-6800.
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.
