The problem
On certain fifth wheel travel trailers equipped with optional extended hitch pin boxes, cracking can occur in the box area of the hitch pin.
The risk
A complete failure could result in the trailer separating from the tow vehicle which could result in a crash.
The fix
All six owners have been contacted by nuwa. Owner notification began on october 9, 2003.
Contacts
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized NU WA dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 03V440000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.