Peerless/king pin
Defect Summary
On certain trailers, cracks can develop in the channel supports of the king pin assembly.
Safety Consequence
If cracks form and are not detected, they can grow larger and eventually lead to fracture of the channel supports, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the channel style king pin assembly with an i-beam style king pin assembly. owner notification began june 4, 2002. 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 peerless at 1-870-236-7753.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from K.n.l. Holdings, Llc or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 02V133000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 02V133000?
NHTSA recall 02V133000 was issued by K.n.l. Holdings, Llc on May 9, 2002. It addresses: Peerless/king pin. The recall affects approximately 870 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized K.n.l. Holdings, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02V133000 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.