CarRecallWatch- Component
- TRAILER HITCHES
- Problem
- Kaufman Trailers of NC, Inc. (Kaufman Trailers) is recalling certain 2021 Equipment trailers. These trailers have an incorrect internal locking mechanism, and when coupled with a 2-5/16" ball hitch may result in excessive play and trailer detachment.
- Risk
- A trailer that detaches from a vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- The customer will inspect their Kaufman Trailer and a replacement will be mailed, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 23, 2021. Owners may contact Kaufman Trailer's 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2021 Kaufman equipment trailers may have an incorrect internal locking mechanism in the hitch. When the trailer is coupled to a 2-5/16 inch ball, the hitch can develop excessive play, and the trailer may detach from the towing vehicle.
A trailer that detaches from the vehicle raises the risk of a crash. If you tow with one of these trailers, stop using it until the hitch has been inspected. Kaufman will have you inspect your trailer, and a replacement hitch part will be mailed to you at no cost where needed. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 23, 2021.
To find out whether your trailer is affected, contact Kaufman Trailers customer service at 1-336-790-6800. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Kaufman Equipment Trailer | 2021 |
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