The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·15V557000·Announced 2015-09-03

Fontaine Recalls 2015 Traverse HT Trailers Due to Suspension Defect

Fontaine Trailer Company is recalling 2015 Traverse HT trailers because a suspension member may separate from the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.

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 a suspension member may separate, leading to an increased risk of a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects.

Plain-English summary

Fontaine Trailer Company is recalling certain model year 2015 Traverse HT trailers manufactured between March 4, 2015, and August 6, 2015. The recall involves 23 units.

The affected trailers have a suspension member that may separate from the trailer as a result of cracks in the trailer. If the suspension member separates, there is an increased risk of a crash.

Fontaine has notified owners and is installing additional reinforcing pieces free of charge. The recall began on September 2, 2015. Owners may contact Fontaine customer service at 1-205-485-1375 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
FONTAINE TRAVERSE HT
Brand
FONTAINE
Manufacturer
Fontaine Trailer Company
Category
Vehicle — Trailer
Hazard
Affected units
23

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)

  • TRAVERSE HT

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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