Recall 85V-117: 1980–1985 Alfa Travel Trailer
ALFA LEISURE,INC. recall for trailer hitches, reported to NHTSA on Sep 24, 1985, covering about 820 vehicles.
The problem
Pinboxes welded to the hitch of the 5th wheel unit may bend under certain conditions where maximum stress is approached or exceeded, causing the kingpin to break. Consequence of defect: if the kingpin breaks free of the pinbox, the trailer could slide off the hitch and damage the towing truck or may separate completely from the towing vehicle and result in an accident.
The fix
Repair and reinforce pinbox as necessary.
Notes
Vehicle description: travel trailers, 5th wheel type. System: trailer hitch, 5th wheel.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | ALFA LEISURE,INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Trailer Hitches |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 85V117000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Alfa Travel Trailer | 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985 | 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 85V-117?
Pinboxes welded to the hitch of the 5th wheel unit may bend under certain conditions where maximum stress is approached or exceeded, causing the kingpin to break. Consequence of defect: if the kingpin breaks free of the pinbox, the trailer could slide off the hitch and damage the towing truck or may separate completely from the towing vehicle and result in an accident.
How is recall 85V-117 fixed?
Repair and reinforce pinbox as necessary.
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.