Recall 19V302000 — EQUIPMENT Defect in 2017-2019 FONTAINE TRAVERSE HT
RECALL This recall affects up to 123 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 19V302000 |
| Manufacturer | Fontaine Trailer Company |
| Vehicles Affected | 123 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Fontaine Trailer Company (Fontaine Trailer) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Traverse HT (hydraulic tail) trailers. The hydraulic cylinder retaining pin for the main tail may disconnect from the trailer unexpectedly.
Safety Consequence
If the hydraulic cylinder retaining pin becomes disconnected it may become a road hazard. Additionally, the hydraulic cylinder may drop free and impact the road, and cause a loss of vehicle control. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Fontaine Trailer will notify owners and dealers will replace the hydraulic cylinder retaining pin snap rings for cotter pins, free of charge. The recall began June 13, 2019. Owners may contact Fontaine Trailer customer service at 1-877-345-9526.
Related Recalls for FONTAINE
| Campaign | Vehicle | Component | Date | Affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23V368000 | 2023 FONTAINE CONTAINER TRAILER | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 545 | |
| 18V660000 | 2019 FONTAINE INFINITY | STRUCTURE | 100 | |
| 16V494000 | 2015 FONTAINE REVOLUTION | PARKING BRAKE | 1,106 | |
| 15V708000 | 2015 FONTAINE REVOLUTION | STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS | 552 | |
| 15V557000 | 2015 FONTAINE TRAVERSE HT | SUSPENSION | 23 | |
| 15V352000 | 2016 FONTAINE REVOLUTION | STRUCTURE | 159 | |
| 14V398000 | 2015 FONTAINE MAGNITUDE 100 | SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY | 2 | |
| 13V042000 | 2011 FONTAINE INT'L 7400 W/DUAL STEERIN | STEERING | 811 | |
| 13V076000 | 2013 FONTAINE RENEGADE LXT40 | EQUIPMENT | 78 | |
| 05V403000 | 2006 FONTAINE DFT | TRAILER HITCHES | 131 |