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FONTAINE issued a recall on the VELOCITY model
· Published by Transport Canada
Details
Alert type: Recall
Category: Heavy Trailer
Department: Transport Canada
Notification type: Safety Mfr
System: Structure
Units affected: 48
Products
| Make | Model | Model year(s) affected |
|---|---|---|
| FONTAINE | VELOCITY | 2021 |
| FONTAINE | VELOCITY | 2020 |
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Issue
On certain trailers, the kingpin assembly may not be long enough. As a result, the hitch may not lock when the kingpin is inserted in the fifth-wheel saddle. If this happens, and the operator does not check to ensure the hitch is properly locked, the trailer could separate from the tow vehicle.
Safety Risk
A fifth-wheel hitch that is not properly locked could allow a trailer to separate from the tow vehicle and create the risk of a crash or an injury.
Corrective Action
Fontaine will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your trailer to an Ocean Trailers facility to replace the kingpin assembly.