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2001 Carriage Lite Series

Component

Trailer Hitches:Fifth Wheel Assembly

Consequence of Defect

certain fifth wheel trailers may have an insufficient frame structure to support the pin box.

Corrective Action

over time stress cracks could begin to occur at the frame insertion points and front cross structure surrounding the pin box (hitch). this could result in the trailer becoming partially or fully detached from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash, personal injury or property damage.

Recall Notes

dealers will install a reinforcement kit to the frame structure surrounding the pin box. owner notification began april 30, 2003. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact carriage at 1-800-895-0108.

2000 Carriage Lite Series

Component

Trailer Hitches:Fifth Wheel Assembly

Consequence of Defect

certain fifth wheel trailers may have an insufficient frame structure to support the pin box.

Corrective Action

over time stress cracks could begin to occur at the frame insertion points and front cross structure surrounding the pin box (hitch). this could result in the trailer becoming partially or fully detached from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash, personal injury or property damage.

Recall Notes

dealers will install a reinforcement kit to the frame structure surrounding the pin box. owner notification began april 30, 2003. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact carriage at 1-800-895-0108.

1999 Carriage Lite Series

Component

Trailer Hitches:Fifth Wheel Assembly

Consequence of Defect

certain fifth wheel trailers may have an insufficient frame structure to support the pin box.

Corrective Action

over time stress cracks could begin to occur at the frame insertion points and front cross structure surrounding the pin box (hitch). this could result in the trailer becoming partially or fully detached from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash, personal injury or property damage.

Recall Notes

dealers will install a reinforcement kit to the frame structure surrounding the pin box. owner notification began april 30, 2003. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact carriage at 1-800-895-0108.

1998 Carriage Lite Series

Component

Trailer Hitches:Fifth Wheel Assembly

Consequence of Defect

certain fifth wheel trailers may have an insufficient frame structure to support the pin box.

Corrective Action

over time stress cracks could begin to occur at the frame insertion points and front cross structure surrounding the pin box (hitch). this could result in the trailer becoming partially or fully detached from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash, personal injury or property damage.

Recall Notes

dealers will install a reinforcement kit to the frame structure surrounding the pin box. owner notification began april 30, 2003. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact carriage at 1-800-895-0108.

1997 Carriage Lite Series

Component

Trailer Hitches:Fifth Wheel Assembly

Consequence of Defect

certain fifth wheel trailers may have an insufficient frame structure to support the pin box.

Corrective Action

over time stress cracks could begin to occur at the frame insertion points and front cross structure surrounding the pin box (hitch). this could result in the trailer becoming partially or fully detached from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash, personal injury or property damage.

Recall Notes

dealers will install a reinforcement kit to the frame structure surrounding the pin box. owner notification began april 30, 2003. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact carriage at 1-800-895-0108.