Axle: non-powered axle assemblyRecall 16V-764 · 2015–2016 Kaufman Mini CAR Hauler
Kaufman Trailers Group, LLC. recall 16V-764 covers 127 2015–2016 Kaufman Mini CAR Hauler for a axle: non-powered axle assembly problem, reported to NHTSA on October 21, 2016. The manufacturer's latest report (2017 Q2) shows 65% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 16V764000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Kaufman Trailers Group, LLC. (Kaufman) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 FE-3/7K-44 Mini Car Haulers manufactured January 1, 2015, to August 31, 2016. On the affected trailers, the spring eye may break off the spring and allow the axle to slide back and forth.
The risk
If the axle slides back and forth, the tires on that axle may contact the fenders or the adjacent tires, possibly damaging the tires and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Kaufman has notified owners and dealers will replace all of the springs on the affected trailers with a newly designed spring that has a thicker top leaf and rubber bushing with steel sleeve. The recall began on October 24, 2016. For help with this recall, owners may contact Kaufman at 1-336-790-2756.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
65%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from January 1, 2015 to August 31, 2016. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.