Defect Description For Recall
A Defect In The Front Lock Portion Of The Fifth Wheel Casting (A Structural, Load Bearing Component Of The Fifth Wheel Assembly) Causes A Crack In The Casting. This Crack Can Propagate Over Time.
Make Of Vehicle
HOLLAND HITCH
Model Of Vehicle
FLEETMASTER
Year
1993
Recall Campaign Number
94E017000
Component Description
Trailer Hitches:Fifth Wheel Assembly
Effect Of Defect
If The Crack Is Not Detected, It Can Cause Separationof The Tractor And Trailer, Which Could Result In An Accident.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect And Replace The Top Plate Of The Fifth Wheel Assembly As Necessary.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Holland Hitch Company
Start Of Manufacture
19930601
End Of Manufacture
19940401
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
4918
Date Owners Notified
19940817
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Holland Hitch Company
Date Report Received
19940606