NHTSA recall 23V578000
Suspension › Multiple axle
Trail King Ab and 3 more
Reported Aug 14, 20235,641 vehicles affectedTrail King Industries, Inc.Maker’s number TK202301
The defect
Trail King Industries, Inc. (Trail King) is recalling certain 1992-2023 TKFA, TKPA, AB, and AB EXT trailers equipped with pin-on axles or pivot extensions. The shims that transfer weight between the trailer and the pin-on axle may detach if the air line or air suspension lose compression.
The risk
Detached shims can fall into the roadway and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will install new shims, tether, and hardware to tether the shims to the pin-on axle or pivot extension, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 6, 2023. Owners may contact Trail King customer service at 1-800-843-3324. Trail King's number for this recall is TK202301.