Fontaine Dft (2006) – 05V403000

Defect Description For Recall

On Certain Open Platform Trailers, The Physical Dimensions Of The Sliding Cargo Control Winches Allow It To Rotate Out Of The Winch Track At A Load Lower Than The Strength Required By Published Ratings.

Make Of Vehicle

FONTAINE

Model Of Vehicle

DFT

Year

2006

Recall Campaign Number

05V403000

Component Description

Trailer Hitches

Effect Of Defect

Failure Of The Winch Could Result In A Loss Of Cargo And Potential Injury Or Property Damage.

Fix Defect

Dealers Will Replace The Winches. The Recall Began September 20, 2005. Owners May Contact Fontaine At 1-800-821-6535.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Fontaine Trailer Company

Start Of Manufacture

20050719

End Of Manufacture

20050831

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

131

Date Owners Notified

20050920

Initiated By

Mfr

Responsible Manufacturer

Fontaine Trailer Company

Date Report Received

20050913

Make Campaign Number

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard