Defect Description For Recall
Kaffenbarger Truck Equipment (K-Tec) Is Recalling 129 My 2006-2008 International Class 8 Truck Tractors Equipped With Saf-Holland Simplex Fifth Wheels. The Latch Lever Pivot Bolt Assembly May Have Been Over-Tightened Which Could Distort The Pivot Bolt Spacer Sleeve. Corrosion Or Contaminates In The Pivot May Cause It To Bind And Prevent The Fifth Wheel Jaw From Latching Securely Around The Trailer King Pin.
Make Of Vehicle
K-TEC
Model Of Vehicle
INTERNATIONAL
Year
2006
Recall Campaign Number
08V083000
Component Description
Trailer Hitches:Fifth Wheel Assembly
Effect Of Defect
There Is A Possibility That The Fifth Wheel May Fail To Latch Without The Driver’S Knowledge. When This Occurs, The Driver Could Drive Away And The Trailer Could Become Disengaged Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
K-Tec Is Working With Saf-Holland. Saf-Holland Will Send A Repair Kit To Owners Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On March 17, 2008. Owners May Contact Saf-Holland At 1-888-396-6501 Ext. 4343 Or K-Tec At 937-845-3804.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Kaffenbarger Truck Equipment Company
Start Of Manufacture
20060603
End Of Manufacture
20070516
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
129
Date Owners Notified
20080317
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Kaffenbarger Truck Equipment Company
Date Report Received
20080226