NHTSA recall 86E031000 · Equipment
Trailer hitches › Fifth wheel assembly
Reported Nov 25, 1986861 vehicles affectedHOLLAND HITCH COMPANYBuilt Mar 1, 1985 – Oct 1, 1986
The defect
The defect IS a housing fit up problem which results in improper clamping and uneven load distribution in the housing of the pintle hook assembly. consequence of defect: should the defect go undetected and unrepaired, separation of the tractor and trailer IS a possibility.
The remedy
Inspection of pintle hook assemblies and replace where found necessary.