Equipment:other pieces:trailer hitches and attachm
Defect Summary
Two welds connecting the pintle hook crossmember assembly to the trailers suspension subframe have been omitted. this causes cracks to form on crossmember when towing another trailer. consequence of defect: these fatigue cracks will rapidly develop in the pintle hook crossmember and continue to grow until the crossmember separates from the trailer's suspension subframe. a separated towed vehicle would be out of control until its emergency braking system brings it to a stop. however, an accident may occur during the time it is out of control.
Corrective Action
Add any missing welds and apply reinforcement gussets. repair and/or replace any cracked pintle hook crossmembers.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Theurer Inc. or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 85V163000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 85V163000?
NHTSA recall 85V163000 was issued by Theurer Inc. on December 9, 1985. It addresses: Equipment:other pieces:trailer hitches and attachm. The recall affects approximately 162 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Theurer Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 85V163000 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.