Safety Recall NHTSA · 80V005000 Reported January 22, 1980

Equipment:other pieces:trailer hitches and attachm

Q: What is recall 80V005000?

NHTSA recall 80V005000 was issued by Mansfield Tire & Rubber C on January 22, 1980. It addresses: Equipment:other pieces:trailer hitches and attachm. The recall affects approximately 30 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.

Mansfield Tire & Rubber C · N/A · 30 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

80V005000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Mansfield Tire & Rubber C

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

January 22, 1980

Defect Summary

The defect is due to a design error in the coupling system of the trailer and towing vehicle. In normal operation, the surge brake hitch coupler activates the trailer brakes as the towing vehicle decelerates. A transverse pin, located in the rear part of the brake actuator, may pull out of the fixed ears at its extreme ends. This would allow trailer separation, except for the safety chains.

Corrective Action

Dealer will inspect vehicle and replace defective components without charge.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Mansfield Tire & Rubber C dealer and reference recall ID 80V005000 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 80V005000

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

What is recall 80V005000?

NHTSA recall 80V005000 was issued by Mansfield Tire & Rubber C on January 22, 1980. It addresses: Equipment:other pieces:trailer hitches and attachm. The recall affects approximately 30 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Mansfield Tire & Rubber C dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 80V005000 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.