Axle: spindleRecall 18V-126 · 2018 Kaufman Double Deck CAR Hauler
Kaufman Trailers Group, LLC. recall 18V-126 covers 81 2018 Kaufman Double Deck CAR Hauler for a axle: spindle problem, reported to NHTSA on February 20, 2018. The manufacturer's latest report (2019 Q2) shows 57% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 18V126000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Kaufman Trailers Group, LLC. (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.
The risk
A wheel and hub detachment increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
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
57%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from July 1, 2017 to February 14, 2018. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.