Recall 18V125000 — SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:SPINDLE Defect in 2018-2018 KAUFMAN DOUBLE DECK CAR HAULER
RECALL This recall affects up to 189 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 18V125000 |
| Manufacturer | Kaufman Trailers of NC, Inc. |
| Vehicles Affected | 189 |
| Component | SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:SPINDLE |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Kaufman Trailers of NC, Inc. (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.
Safety Consequence
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.
Related Recalls for KAUFMAN
| Campaign | Vehicle | Component | Date | Affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22V421000 | 2018 KAUFMAN FXSG-10K-20D-SC | STRUCTURE | 235 | |
| 21V710000 | 2021 KAUFMAN EQUIPMENT TRAILER | TRAILER HITCHES | 252 | |
| 18V126000 | 2018 KAUFMAN DOUBLE DECK CAR HAULER | SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:SPINDLE | 81 | |
| 16V635000 | 2015 KAUFMAN MINI CAR HAULER | SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS | 285 | |
| 16V764000 | 2015 KAUFMAN MINI CAR HAULER | SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY | 127 | |
| 16V271000 | 2015 KAUFMAN WEDGE CAR HAULER | SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY | 522 | |
| 15V863000 | 2016 KAUFMAN FLATBED | SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY | 55 | |
| 13V351000 | 2012 KAUFMAN TRAILER | TRAILER HITCHES | 269 | |
| 12V410000 | 2011 KAUFMAN FLATBED | SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY | 302 |