Gooseneck to deck combo eye plate cracks
Defect Summary
Fontaine trailer company, dba fontaine heavy-haul, is recalling certain model year 2013 renegade lx40 and lxt40 lowbed trailers manufactured between august 2012 and november 2012. the combo eye plate that connects the gooseneck portion of the trailer to the deck portion of the trailer may crack and ultimately fracture and thereby fail to maintain the load carrying capabilities as designed.
Safety Consequence
In the event of a combo eye plate crack and failure, the deck of the trailer could tilt and impact the highway, stopping the vehicle unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Fontaine heavy-haul will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace any defective components free of charge. the recall began on march 11, 2013. owners may contact fontaine heavy-haul at 1-866-382-7278, option 2, ext. 819.
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FAQ: Recall 13V076000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13V076000?
NHTSA recall 13V076000 was issued by Fontaine Heavy-haul on February 22, 2013. It addresses: Gooseneck to deck combo eye plate cracks. The recall affects approximately 78 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Fontaine Heavy-haul dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V076000 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.