The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·16V213000·Announced 2016-04-13

Karavan Recalls 2016 KPSD Trailers Due to Axle Spindle Flange Defect

Karavan is recalling 2016 KPSD trailers because a defective axle spindle flange may bend, causing excessive tire wear and increasing the risk of tire failure and 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 (axle spindle flange) that may result in tire failure and increase the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Karavan Trailers Inc is recalling certain model year 2016 KPSD trailers manufactured between September 29, 2015, and March 29, 2016. The recall involves 192 units.

The axle spindle flange on the affected trailers may bend, resulting in abnormal tire camber. This condition causes excessive wear on the tires, which may lead to tire failure and increase the risk of a crash.

Karavan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the axle assembly free of charge. The recall began on June 3, 2016. Owners may contact Karavan customer service at 1-920-928-6200 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
KARAVAN KPSD
Brand
KARAVAN
Manufacturer
Karavan Trailers Inc
Category
Vehicle — Trailer
Hazard
Affected units
192

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)

  • KPSD

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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