NHTSA Recall 23V005000

Filed by ABS Remorques. Component: Trailer Hitches. Reported 2023-01-13. An estimated 34 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.

Defect

ABS Remorques (ABS) is recalling certain 2014-2023 RC, WC, LRC, and LWC semi-trailers. The coupling plate may deteriorate, resulting in failure of the king pin and trailer detachment.

Risk

A detached trailer cannot be controlled and may overturn or obstruct the road, increasing the risk of a crash.

What the manufacturer will do

Semi-trailer owners are advised to inspect for any coupling plate or king pin damage prior to operation. If damage is found, owners should not operate the trailer until it has been repaired. ABS authorized service facilities will replace the coupling plates, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 2, 2023. Owners may contact ABS customer service at 819-879-6216.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

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Vehicles covered by this recall