CarRecallWatch- Component
- SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:SPINDLE
- Problem
- Kaufman Trailers Group, LLC. (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.
- Risk
- A wheel and hub detachment increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
- 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
Some rear axles may have incorrect spindles that can fail. If a spindle fails, a wheel and hub can detach from the trailer while it is in use.
A wheel and hub coming off the trailer raises the risk of a crash. Owners should stop using the trailer until the axles have been checked, and should not tow it if they believe a spindle may be defective.
The remedy is free. Kaufman will notify owners, and authorized dealers will inspect the axles and replace any with incorrect spindles at no cost. Owners can contact Kaufman customer service at 1-336-790-2756 or 1-336-790-6800, and should check their VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Kaufman Double Deck CAR Hauler | 2018 |
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