The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·15V352000·Announced 2015-06-08

Fontaine Recalls 2016 Revolution Trailers Due to Washer Cracking Risk

Fontaine is recalling 2016 Revolution semi-trailers because hardened washers may crack, potentially causing structural detachment and increasing crash risk.

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 component failure can cause detachment of structural parts, increasing the risk of a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects.

Plain-English summary

Fontaine Trailer Company is recalling certain model year 2016 Revolution flat deck platform and step deck platform semi-trailers. The affected units were manufactured between April 20, 2015, and May 13, 2015.

The recall addresses a defect in the hardened washers used in bolted connections that secure the upper coupler, landing gear, and suspensions to the trailer sub-frame. These washers may crack, which can cause the bolted joints to loosen. This failure may lead to the detachment of the trailer's structural components, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

Fontaine will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected washers, along with the nuts and bolts used in the connections, free of charge. The recall began on July 1, 2015. Owners may contact Fontaine customer service at 1-205-485-1300 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
FONTAINE REVOLUTION
Brand
FONTAINE
Manufacturer
Fontaine Trailer Company
Category
Vehicle — Semi-Trailer
Hazard
Affected units
159

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • REVOLUTION

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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