NHTSA recall 09E062000 · Equipment
Suspension › Front › King pin
Reported Nov 18, 200986 vehicles affectedSAF-HOLLAND
The defect
Saf-holland IS recalling certain kingpins type 64 and 65 sold for use as aftermarket equipment for tractor trailers. the subject kingpins contain defects that will allow the kingpin to crack resulting in the separation of the tractor trailer.
The risk
Serious injury or death could occur should the tractor trailer separate while in operation.
The remedy
Saf-holland will notify owners of record and replace the defective kingpins free of charge. the safety recall began on january 7, 2010. owners may contact saf-holland toll-free at 1-888-396-6501.