CarRecallWatch- Component
- SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY; SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS
- Problem
- Kaufman Trailers (Kaufman) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Mini 5-Car Hauler trailers, model FE-3/7K-44, manufactured July 1, 2015, to August 24, 2016. During use, the suspension spring eye may break, and allow the axle to slide back and forth.
- Risk
- If the axle is able to slide back and forth, the tires on the sliding axle can contact either the fender or the adjacent tire, adversely affecting handling and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Kaufman Trailers of NC, Inc. will replace all springs on your trailer with a newly designed spring that has a thicker top leaf and rubber bushing with steel sleeve, free of charge. The recall began on October 24, 2016. Owners may contact Kaufman customer service at 1-336-790-6800.
- 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.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
On certain Kaufman Mini 5-Car Hauler trailers built between July 2015 and August 2016, the rear suspension spring eye can break. When this happens, the axle can slide back and forth. The tires on the sliding axle may then rub against the fender or the adjacent tire, which can hurt handling and raise the risk of a crash.
Kaufman Trailers will replace all of the springs on affected trailers with a newly designed spring that has a thicker top leaf and a rubber bushing with a steel sleeve. The repair is free of charge.
If you own one of these trailers, contact Kaufman customer service at 1-336-790-6800 to arrange the replacement. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Kaufman Mini CAR Hauler | 20152016 |
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