Kaufman Trailers Group, LLC.: Safety Recalls in 2016

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 3 safety recalls made by Kaufman Trailers Group, LLC. in 2016. See the details of the recalls below.

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October 21, 2016

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Spring Eye may Break Allowing Axle to Move

Kaufman Trailers Group, LLC. (Kaufman) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 FE-3/7K-44 Mini Car Haulers manufactured January 1, 2015, to August 31, 2016. On the affected trailers, the spring eye may break off the spring and allow the axle to slide back and forth.

NHTSA ID: 16V764000

Component: SUSPENSION

# of Units Affected: 127

Consequence Summary:

If the axle slides back and forth, the tires on that axle may contact the fenders or the adjacent tires, possibly damaging the tires and increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Kaufman has notified owners and dealers will replace all of the springs on the affected trailers with a newly designed spring that has a thicker top leaf and rubber bushing with steel sleeve. The recall began on October 24, 2016. For help with this recall, owners may contact Kaufman at 1-336-790-2756.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 64.57

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September 1, 2016

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Spring Eye may Break Allowing Axle to Move

Kaufman Trailers (Kaufman) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Mini 5-Car Hauler trailers, model FE-3/7K-44, manufactured July 1, 2015, to August 24, 2016. During use, the suspension spring eye may break, and allow the axle to slide back and forth.

NHTSA ID: 16V635000

Component: SUSPENSION

# of Units Affected: 285

Consequence Summary:

If the axle is able to slide back and forth, the tires on the sliding axle can contact either the fender or the adjacent tire, adversely affecting handling and increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Kaufman Trailers of NC, Inc. will replace all springs on your trailer with a newly designed spring that has a thicker top leaf and rubber bushing with steel sleeve, free of charge. The recall began on October 24, 2016. Owners may contact Kaufman customer service at 1-336-790-6800.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 62.11

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May 4, 2016

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Axle May Disconnect From Spring Hangers

Kaufman Trailers (Kaufman) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Flatbed Equipment and Wedge Car Hauler trailers manufactured April 1, 2015, to April 30, 2016. The lock nuts that secure the axle hanger to the springs may not have been properly crimped allowing the nut to loosen and detach during operation.

NHTSA ID: 16V271000

Component: SUSPENSION

# of Units Affected: 522

Consequence Summary:

If the nuts were to fall off, the bolts could loosen, and the axle may disconnect from the spring hangers, shifting or detaching from the trailer and increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Kaufman will notify owners, and provide them with new Nylock replacement nuts, free of charge. The recall began on May 20, 2016. Owners may contact Kaufman customer service at 1-336-790-6800.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 99.04

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