NHTSA Recall 92V136000
NHTSA Campaign Id 92V136000; Date: Sep. 18, 1992
Weld failure could result in separation of the rearpotion of the pintle plate from the lead trailer, which could cause the towedtrailer to crash without warning.
Recalled Vehicles:
1990 Utility Trailers
Component: Trailer Hitches:fifth Wheel Assembly
Manufactured by: Utility Trailer Mfg. Co.
Affected Units:: 320
Recall Summary:
An inadequate weld size at the intersection of a 3/8 inch vertical angle and a 1/4 inch diagonal angle near the bottom on the pintle hook plate assembly could fail.
How to Fix:
Reweld and reinforce the joint on the pintle hook.
Recall Notes:
System: structure: bogie or sliding tandem. Vehicle description: flatbed trailer.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 10, 1992
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