NHTSA recall 15V557000
Suspension
Fontaine Traverse HT
Reported Sep 3, 201523 vehicles affectedFontaine Trailer CompanyBuilt Mar 4, 2015 – Aug 6, 2015
The defect
Fontaine Trailer Company (Fontaine) is recalling certain model year 2015 Traverse HT trailers manufactured March 4, 2015, to August 6, 2015. The affected trailers have a suspension member that may separate from the trailer as a result of cracks in the trailer.
The risk
If the suspension member separates from the trailer, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
The remedy
Fontaine has notified owners and has installed additional reinforcing pieces, free of charge. The recall began September 2, 2015. Owners may contact Fontaine customer service at 1-205-485-1375.