Triton recall: Suspension
What is wrong
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.
What could happen
If the axle separates from the trailer there would be an increased risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
Vehicles covered
- Triton W-25 2017
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 17V531000
- Type
- Vehicle
- Filed by
- Triton Trailers, LLC
- Reported to NHTSA
- Aug 28, 2017
- Owners notified
- Aug 25, 2017
- Vehicles or items affected
- 10
- Started by
- The manufacturer
- Built
- Jul 18, 2017 to Jul 18, 2017
- Part
- Suspension › Rear › Axle › Non-powered axle assembly
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.
To check one car, enter its 17-character VIN on the official NHTSA page: a recall may cover only some vehicles of a model year.
Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.