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SevereNHTSA·18E022000·Announced 2018-04-06

Keystone Recalls Husky Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitches Due to Fastener Loosening

Keystone is recalling specific Husky fifth wheel trailer hitches because fasteners may loosen, potentially causing the jaws to open unexpectedly 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 (trailer hitch fasteners) that could lead to a crash, meeting the rubric criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Keystone Automotive Operations, Inc. is recalling certain Husky Towing Products fifth wheel trailer hitches, specifically part numbers 31569/14-1706 and 31570/14-1707. The recall affects approximately 25,000 units.

The defect involves fasteners in the fifth wheel trailer hitch that may loosen. This can potentially cause the jaws to unexpectedly open or prevent the jaws from being unlocked. If the jaws open unexpectedly, the fifth wheel trailer will not be secured to the tow vehicle, which increases the risk of a crash.

The recall began on May 4, 2018. Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected hardware using thread locker free of charge. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-800-432-8063 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
TRAILER HITCHES:FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY recall
Manufacturer
Keystone Automotive Operations, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Trailer Hitch
Hazard
Affected units
25,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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