Fontaine Fifth Wheel Company: Safety Recalls in 2015

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There was 1 safety recall made by Fontaine Fifth Wheel Company in 2015. See the detail of the recall below.

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August 14, 2015

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Fifth Wheel Locking Mechanism may not Engage

Fontaine Fifth Wheel Company (Fontaine) is recalling certain Ultra LT Fifth Wheel connectors, part number SLTPL4000, manufactured July 29, 2009 to May 27, 2013. Over time, improper coupling techniques may result in cumulative damage to the fifth wheel and its locking mechanism, which in turn may result in the locking mechanism failing to operate or to properly engage.

NHTSA ID: 15E066000

Component: TRAILER HITCHES

# of Units Affected: 6,800

Consequence Summary:

If the fifth wheel and locking mechanism are sufficiently damaged, the locking mechanism may fail to operate as intended and the trailer may unexpectedly detach from the tractor, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Fontaine will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fifth wheel with an Ultra NT model fifth wheel, free of charge. The recall began on November 2, 2015. Owners may contact Fontaine customer service at 1-844-597-7393 or ultraltrecall@fifthwheel.com.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 48.44

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