KAUFMAN 2011 KAUFMAN FLATBED Recall
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2011 KAUFMAN FLATBED
Brand
KAUFMAN
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2011
Kaufman Trailers is recalling certain 2011 KAUFMAN FLATBED vehicles due to suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly issues. The oil may leak out of the wheel end caps and if the condition is not corrected, the loss of oil could result in unexpected wheel bearing failure whi.
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Kaufman Trailers of NC, Inc. and Kaufman Trailers of NE, Inc. (Kaufman) is recalling certain model year 2011 flatbed trailers equipped with 10,000 lb. electrically-braked, oil bath axles. The wheel end caps on the oil bath axles can leak due to a cracked cap or a damaged O-ring.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
The oil may leak out of the wheel end caps and if the condition is not corrected, the loss of oil could result in unexpected wheel bearing failure which may increase the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Kaufman will notify owners and will replace the affected wheel end caps and o-rings free of charge. The recall began on September 14, 2012. Owners may contact Kaufman Trailers at 1-866-444-8971.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026