NHTSA recall 08V168000
Suspension
Kidron Trailer
Reported Apr 11, 2008706 vehicles affectedKIDRON, INCORPORATEDBuilt Oct 29, 2001 – Mar 18, 2008
The defect
Kidron IS recalling 706 my 2003-2008 van trailers equipped with fixed spring suspension with pintle hook option installed. the suspension may crack in the g-rails in the area between the pintle hook box assembly attachment and the rear spring hanger attachment.
The risk
Cracks over time will continue until the pintle hook box attachment becomes unsafe for doubles operations, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Kidron will add reinforcements in the affected area distributing the load over a longer part of the g-rail. the recall began on june 2 2008. owners may contact kidron at 800-321-5421.