Large Recall NHTSA · 82E017000 Reported September 20, 1982

Structure:fifth wheel assembly

Holland Hitch Company · Trailer Hitches · 350,880 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
82E017000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Trailer Hitches
Vehicles Affected
350,880
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
September 20, 1982

Defect Summary

On the involved vehicles, there is a possibility of a fatigue crack starting at the plunger window of the outboard support leg of the bracket sub assemblies.

Corrective Action

The dealer will inspect and if necessary reweld the bracket and add a support, or replace the bracket at no cost to the customer.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Holland Hitch Company dealer and reference recall ID 82E017000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 82E017000

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

What is recall 82E017000?

NHTSA recall 82E017000 was issued by Holland Hitch Company on September 20, 1982. It addresses: Structure:fifth wheel assembly. The recall affects approximately 350,880 vehicles, with the defect involving the Trailer Hitches component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Holland Hitch Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 82E017000 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.