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SevereNHTSA·11E030000·Announced 2011-08-04

Fontaine Recalls Air Actuated Fifth Wheel Assemblies Due to Mounting Bracket Defect

Fontaine is recalling certain air actuated fifth wheel assemblies because the mounting bracket may not position correctly, which could cause the trailer to separate from the vehicle.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect where the trailer can separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of personal injury or a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects and significant injury reports.

Plain-English summary

Fontaine Fifth Wheel Company is recalling certain air actuated fifth wheel assemblies, part numbers AA4LWO675012, AA4LWO775012, and AA4LWO875012. These units were sold as aftermarket equipment for use on various vehicles. The recall involves 103 units.

The defect involves the mounting bracket for the fixed end, which may not position correctly in accordance with engineering specifications. If the mounting bracket is not positioned correctly, the trailer can separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of personal injury or a crash.

Fontaine will notify owners and replace the affected fifth wheel assemblies free of charge. The safety recall began during August 2011. Owners may contact Fontaine customer service at 1-800-874-9780 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
EQUIPMENT recall
Manufacturer
FONTAINE FIFTH WHEEL COMPANY
Category
Vehicle — Trailer Coupling
Hazard
Affected units
103

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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