Jost International Outboard Slider — Trailer hitches: fifth wheel assembly
Published July 30, 2018 · Recall initiated: July 20, 2018
Summary
NHTSA records recall 18E059000, published July 30, 2018 and initiated July 20, 2018. Recalling firm: Jost International, Inc.; Jost International Outboard Slider — Trailer hitches: fifth wheel assembly.
What's the hazard
Jost International, Inc. (Jost) is recalling certain Outboard Sliders, part number A8PX-Tab (12-24). One of the affected slide bracket assemblies may contain an outboard slider bracket that is too narrow, possibly allowing the fifth wheel trailer to separate from the tractor.
What to do
Jost has notified the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the fifth wheel assemblies, and dealers for those manufacturers will inspect the vehicles and replace the incorrect will replace the incorrect slider bracket if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 3, 2018. Owners may contact Jost customer service at 1-616-846-7700.
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Recall details
- Brand
- JOST INTERNATIONAL
- Model
- OUTBOARD SLIDER
- Manufacturer
- Jost International, Inc.
- Lot
- JOST INTERNATIONAL OUTBOARD SLIDER
- Risk classification
- E
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Jost International Outboard Slider — Trailer hitches: fifth wheel assembly recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 18E059000 on July 30, 2018. Reported hazard: Jost International, Inc. (Jost) is recalling certain Outboard Sliders, part number A8PX-Tab (12-24). One of the affected slide bracket assemblies may contain an outboard slider bracket that is too narrow, possibly allowing the fifth wheel trailer to separate from the tractor.
What should I do if I have this product?
Jost has notified the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the fifth wheel assemblies, and dealers for those manufacturers will inspect the vehicles and replace the incorrect will replace the incorrect slider bracket if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 3, 2018. Owners may contact Jost customer service at 1-616-846-7700.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: JOST INTERNATIONAL. Model: OUTBOARD SLIDER.