September 14, 2021 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 21V710000
Incorrect Internal Locking Mechanism
A trailer that detaches from a vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V710
Manufacturer Kaufman Trailers of NC, Inc.
Components TRAILER HITCHES
Potential Number of Units Affected 252
Summary
Kaufman Trailers of NC, Inc. (Kaufman Trailers) is recalling certain 2021 Equipment trailers. These trailers have an incorrect internal locking mechanism, and when coupled with a 2-5/16″ ball hitch may result in excessive play and trailer detachment.
Remedy
The customer will inspect their Kaufman Trailer and a replacement will be mailed, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 23, 2021. Owners may contact Kaufman Trailer’s customer service at 1-336-790-6800.
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.
1 Affected Product
Vehicle
| MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
| KAUFMAN | EQUIPMENT TRAILER | 2021 |
5 Associated Documents
Recall 573 Report – Amendment 1
RCLRPT-21V710-2291.PDF 214.411KB
Defect Notice 573 Report
RCLRPT-21V710-5643.PDF 212.453KB
Recall Acknowledgement
Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2022-1
RCLQRT-21V710-6885.PDF 211.238KB
Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2021-4
RCLQRT-21V710-1118.PDF 211.238KB
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