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NHTSA recall 80V005000

Trailer hitches

Zieman D2 and 1 more

Reported Jan 22, 198030 vehicles affectedZIEMAN MFG. CO.Built Feb 1, 1979 – Jan 1, 1980

The defect

The defect IS due to a design error in the coupling system of the trailer and towing vehicle. In normal operation, the surge brake hitch coupler activates the trailer brakes as the towing vehicle decelerates. A transverse pin, located in the rear part of the brake actuator, may pull out of the fixed ears at its extreme ends. This would allow trailer separation, except for the safety chains.

The remedy

Dealer will inspect vehicle and replace defective components without charge.

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Vehicles in this recall

Zieman D2
19791980
Zieman D2W
19791980

Notes

Vehicle description: light trailers.system: equipment; surge brake hitch coupler.consequences of defect: if the safety chains break, the trailer would roll freeand could cause an accident. Partial separation could also cause loss ofvehicle control and an accident.