Safety Recall NHTSA · 23V005000 Reported January 13, 2023

King pin may fail causing trailer to detach

Q: What is recall 23V005000?

NHTSA recall 23V005000 was issued by Abs Remorques on January 13, 2023. It addresses: King pin may fail causing trailer to detach. The recall affects approximately 34 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Abs Remorques · N/A · 34 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

23V005000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Abs Remorques

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

January 13, 2023

Completion Rate

14.71

Defect Summary

Abs remorques (abs) is recalling certain 2014-2023 rc, wc, lrc, and lwc semi-trailers. the coupling plate may deteriorate, resulting in failure of the king pin and trailer detachment.

Safety Consequence

A detached trailer cannot be controlled and may overturn or obstruct the road, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Semi-trailer owners are advised to inspect for any coupling plate or king pin damage prior to operation. if damage is found, owners should not operate the trailer until it has been repaired. abs authorized service facilities will replace the coupling plates, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed march 2, 2023. owners may contact abs customer service at 819-879-6216.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Abs Remorques dealer and reference recall ID 23V005000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 23V005000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 23V005000?

NHTSA recall 23V005000 was issued by Abs Remorques on January 13, 2023. It addresses: King pin may fail causing trailer to detach. The recall affects approximately 34 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Abs Remorques dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 23V005000 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.