Recall 21V710000 — TRAILER HITCHES Defect in 2021-2021 KAUFMAN EQUIPMENT TRAILER
RECALL This recall affects up to 252 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 21V710000 |
| Manufacturer | Kaufman Trailers of NC, Inc. |
| Vehicles Affected | 252 |
| Component | TRAILER HITCHES |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
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.
Safety Consequence
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.
Related Recalls for KAUFMAN
| Campaign | Vehicle | Component | Date | Affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22V421000 | 2018 KAUFMAN FXSG-10K-20D-SC | STRUCTURE | 235 | |
| 18V125000 | 2018 KAUFMAN DOUBLE DECK CAR HAULER | SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:SPINDLE | 189 | |
| 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 |