Axles may leak oil and bearings may fail
Defect Summary
Kaufman trailers (kaufman) is recalling certain model year 2016 flatbed and wedge car hauler trailers manufactured september 11, 2015, to october 14, 2015, equipped with certain 10,000 lb dual wheel axle assemblies. the affected trailers were manufactured with mismatched axle hub and cone assemblies that may cause leaking bearing oil seals, thus resulting in wheel bearing failure.
Safety Consequence
Premature bearing failure may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Kaufman has notified owners, and dealers will replace the affected axle assemblies, free of charge. the recall began on january 15, 2016. owners may contact kaufman customer service at 1-336-790-6817.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Kaufman Trailers Group, Llc. or involving Suspension.
FAQ: Recall 15V863000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V863000?
NHTSA recall 15V863000 was issued by Kaufman Trailers Group, Llc. on December 22, 2015. It addresses: Axles may leak oil and bearings may fail. The recall affects approximately 55 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Kaufman Trailers Group, Llc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V863000 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.