Lufkin/king pin
Defect Summary
Some steel kingpins supplied by custom forge, for use on certain van trailers, have been determined to possess inadequate heat treatment.
Safety Consequence
Complete fracture of the kingpin can occur resulting in detachment of the kingpin from a trailer and unintended separation of tractor and trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the trailers to verify the kingpin brand and heat lot and determine if the kingpin is cracked. customers will be advised to remove from service any trailers discovered to have cracked kingpins. owner notification is began november 24, 2004. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact lufkin at 1-800-324-3812.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Lufkin Industries, Inc. or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 02V127000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 02V127000?
NHTSA recall 02V127000 was issued by Lufkin Industries, Inc. on May 3, 2002. It addresses: Lufkin/king pin. The recall affects approximately 5,886 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Lufkin Industries, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02V127000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.