NHTSA recall campaign
18V126000
ManufacturerKaufman Trailers Group, LLC.Reported2018-02-20Affected81 vehicles
What was wrong
Defect
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.
Manufacturer 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.
To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →
Affected vehicles
1 entryKaufman
- Double Deck CAR Hauler2018