CarRecallWatchThe 1997 Fontaine Trailer has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (1 report).
1Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
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1997 Fontaine Trailer recalls
Most common 1997 Fontaine Trailer problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
What owners report
WHILE DRIVING, A NYLON RACHET STRAP BECAME DISCONNECTED FROM THE TRAILER AND STRUCK ANOTHER VEHICLE.*JB (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT#10-90-422)
WHILE DRIVING ON TURNPIKE, A PASSERBY SIGNALED CONSUMER TO PULL OVER, ONCE HE PULLED OVER AND GOT OUT OF TRUCK, HE NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE TRAILERS FIFTH WHEEL AXLE AROUND THE LEFT INSIDE TIRE, CONSUMER WENT BACK TO THE TRAILER AND SAW FLAMES, CONSUMER TRIED TO EXTINGUISH FIRE BUT WAS UNSUCCESSFUL, THERE WAS NO DAMAGE TO THE TRUCK ONLY THE TRAILER, THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE AN IGNITION SOURCE FOR THE FIRE.(OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT # 10-92-339)*JB
1997 Fontaine Trailer questions
Does the 1997 Fontaine Trailer have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1997 Fontaine Trailer: Trailer Hitches. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Fontaine Trailer?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (1), Equipment (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1997 Fontaine Trailer has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.