Campaign 17V-531

Axle mounting bolts may have been improperly tightened, possibly resulting in the detachment of the axle from the trailer

Defect summary

Triton Trailers, LLC (Triton) is recalling certain 2017 W-25 Single Torsion Axle Trailers. The axle mounting bolts may have been improperly tightened, possibly resulting in the detachment of the axle from the trailer.

Consequence

If the axle separates from the trailer there would be an increased risk of a crash.

Remedy

Triton has notified the owner and has inspected the fasteners for proper torque, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification occurred on August 25, 2017. The recall began on August 25, 2017. Owners may contact Triton customer service at 1-800-232-3780.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file, campaign 17V531000. Text as published by NHTSA.

Vehicles covered

One product line is covered

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA about suspension on these vehicles: 0, of which 0 involved a crash, fire, injury or death. Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Vehicles covered by campaign 17V-531
Make	Model	Model years	Complaints on this component
Triton	W-25	2017	0

Source: NHTSA ODI recalls and complaints files. Equipment, tire and child-seat campaigns list products, not vehicles.