Recall 02V-127: 1992–1994 Lufkin DFV-IP, 1992–1994 Lufkin FV-IP and 3 more
LUFKIN INDUSTRIES, INC. recall for trailer hitches, reported to NHTSA on May 3, 2002, covering about 5,886 vehicles.
The problem
Some steel kingpins supplied by custom forge, for use on certain van trailers, have been determined to possess inadequate heat treatment.
The risk
Complete fracture of the kingpin can occur resulting in detachment of the kingpin from a trailer and unintended separation of tractor and trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the trailers to verify the kingpin brand and heat lot and determine if the kingpin is cracked. Customers will be advised to remove from service any trailers discovered to have cracked kingpins. Owner notification is began november 24, 2004. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact lufkin at 1-800-324-3812.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | LUFKIN INDUSTRIES, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Trailer Hitches |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 02V127000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Lufkin DFV-IP | 1992, 1993, 1994 | All years |
| Lufkin FV-IP | 1992, 1993, 1994 | All years |
| Lufkin Tfpl | 1992, 1993, 1994 | All years |
| Lufkin TFV-IP | 1992, 1993, 1994 | All years |
| Lufkin TFV-Semi-I | 1992, 1993, 1994 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 02V-127?
Some steel kingpins supplied by custom forge, for use on certain van trailers, have been determined to possess inadequate heat treatment.
How is recall 02V-127 fixed?
Dealers will inspect the trailers to verify the kingpin brand and heat lot and determine if the kingpin is cracked. Customers will be advised to remove from service any trailers discovered to have cracked kingpins. Owner notification is began november 24, 2004. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact lufkin at 1-800-324-3812.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.