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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 08V083📅 Feb 26, 2008

2006–2008 K-Tec International recall: trailer hitch

⚠️ What's wrong

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.

💥 The risk

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.

🔧 The fix

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.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
08V083000
Manufacturer
KAFFENBARGER TRUCK EQUIPMENT COMPANY
Vehicles affected
129
Component
TRAILER HITCHES:FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY
Owner phone
1-888-396-6501
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Mar 17, 2008
Built
Jun 3, 2006 – May 16, 2007
Recall started by
ODI
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 08V083 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 08V083?

2006–2008 K-Tec International. 129 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized K-Tec dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-888-396-6501.