Defect Description For Recall
Kalyn/Siebert Is Recalling 8 My 2007 Kalyn Lbo-5-60/70T, Lbo-4-60T Oilfield Lowboy Trailer And My 2008 Siebert 40T3Aj Trailer 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
SIEBERT
Model Of Vehicle
40T3AJ
Year
2008
Recall Campaign Number
08V142000
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
Kalyn/Siebert Is Working With Saf-Holland. Saf-Holland Will Send A Repair Kit To Owners Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On March 26, 2008. Owners May Contact Saf-Holland At 1-888-396-6501 Ext. 4343 Or Kalyn/Siebert At 1-254-865-7235.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Kalyn/Siebert
Start Of Manufacture
20070830
End Of Manufacture
20080122
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
8
Date Owners Notified
20080326
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Kalyn/Siebert
Date Report Received
20080325