Recall 16V573000 — SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY Defect in 2011-2015 ALUMA KLM 8612T
RECALL This recall affects up to 1,839 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 16V573000 |
| Manufacturer | ALUMA/KLM |
| Vehicles Affected | 1,839 |
| Component | SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
2011 ALUMA KLM 8610T, 2011 ALUMA KLM 8612T, 2011 ALUMA KLM 8605T, 2012 ALUMA KLM 8612T, 2012 ALUMA KLM 8610T, 2012 ALUMA KLM 8605T, 2013 ALUMA KLM 8612T, 2013 ALUMA KLM 8610T, 2013 ALUMA KLM 8605T, 2014 ALUMA KLM 8605T, 2014 ALUMA KLM 8612T, 2014 ALUMA KLM 8610T, 2015 ALUMA KLM 8612T, 2015 ALUMA KLM 8605T, 2015 ALUMA KLM 8610T
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Defect Description
Aluma/KLM is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 8605T, 8610T, and 8612T trailers manufactured January 1, 2011, to October 30, 2015. The affected trailers may have misaligned axle mounts, possibly resulting in the axle mounts detaching from the trailer.
Safety Consequence
If the axle mounts separate, there could be a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Aluma/KLM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the axle mount alignment, repairing it as necessary. Additionally, flat straps will be retrofitted to the axle mounts. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on September 30, 2016. Owners may contact Aluma/KLM customer service at 1-866-415-3285.
Related Recalls for ALUMA KLM
| Campaign | Vehicle | Component | Date | Affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16V572000 | 2011 ALUMA KLM 5410T | TRAILER HITCHES | 529 |