The problem
On the involved vehicles, the mounting tabs used to mount the fifth wheel assembly to the chassis in place of the normal continuous angle construction could crack. These cracks can develop in the areas where the tabs are welded to the side of the fifth wheel assembly. If these cracks go undetected, the fifth wheel could eventually separate from the chassis.
The fix
Dealer will modify the fifth wheel mounting without charge to owner.
Contacts
Vehicle description: heavy truck-tractors.System: structure; fifth wheel assembly.Consequences of defect: separation could result in trailer disconnection whichcould in turn cause a vehicle accident and personal injuries.Note: the vehicle should be visually inspected for cracks to reduce thepossibility of failure prior to obtaining the required fifth wheelmodification.
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 White Truck dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 77V223000.
- 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.