How many recalls does the 2016 Kaufman Wedge Car Hauler have?

The 2016 Kaufman Wedge Car Hauler has 2 NHTSA safety recall campaigns on record.

How do I check if my 2016 Kaufman Wedge Car Hauler has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA's official recall lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls) to see open, unrepaired recalls for your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free.

What do owners complain about most on the 2016 Kaufman Wedge Car Hauler?

Of 1 NHTSA complaints on file, the most-reported component is suspension.

2016 Kaufman Wedge Car Hauler Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2016 Kaufman Wedge Car Hauler has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 577 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA, most often about the suspension. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

SUSPENSION 16V271000 2016-05-04 522 affected

Defect

Kaufman Trailers (Kaufman) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Flatbed Equipment and Wedge Car Hauler trailers manufactured April 1, 2015, to April 30, 2016. The lock nuts that secure the axle hanger to the springs may not have been properly crimped allowing the nut to loosen and detach during operation.

Consequence

If the nuts were to fall off, the bolts could loosen, and the axle may disconnect from the spring hangers, shifting or detaching from the trailer and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Kaufman will notify owners, and provide them with new Nylock replacement nuts, free of charge. The recall began on May 20, 2016. Owners may contact Kaufman customer service at 1-336-790-6800.

SUSPENSION 15V863000 2015-12-22 55 affected

Defect

Kaufman Trailers (Kaufman) is recalling certain model year 2016 Flatbed and Wedge Car Hauler trailers manufactured September 11, 2015, to October 14, 2015, equipped with certain 10,000 lb dual wheel axle assemblies. The affected trailers were manufactured with mismatched axle hub and cone assemblies that may cause…

Consequence

Premature bearing failure may increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Kaufman has notified owners, and dealers will replace the affected axle assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2016. Owners may contact Kaufman customer service at 1-336-790-6817.

Complaints by component

SUSPENSION

Total complaints1

What owners report

Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.

“While driving down the road at 55 mph both right side axles broke where the spindle is welded on.”

SUSPENSION · reported 2016-10-16

Sources & methodology

Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2016 Kaufman Wedge Car Hauler as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.