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January 13, 2023 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 23V005000
King Pin May Fail Causing Trailer to Detach
A detached trailer cannot be controlled and may overturn or obstruct the road, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V005
Manufacturer ABS Remorques
Components SUSPENSION, TRAILER HITCHES
Potential Number of Units Affected 23
Summary
ABS Remorques (ABS) is recalling certain 2014-2023 RC, WC, LRC, and LWC semi-trailers. The coupling plate may deteriorate, resulting in failure of the king pin and trailer detachment.
Remedy
Semi-trailer owners are advised to inspect for any coupling plate or king pin damage prior to operation. If damage is found, owners should not operate the trailer until it has been repaired. ABS authorized service facilities will replace the coupling plates, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 2, 2023. Owners may contact ABS customer service at 819-879-6216.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
REP-A-12
Coupling Plate Replacement Procedure
Coupling plate replacement on ABS trailers MY2014 to MY2023
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Chronology :
September 2nd, 2022: ABS is informed that a king pin has failed on one of its units resulting from a problem with the coupling plate, but no death or injury has occurred. The repairs are made, and an analysis is requested on said coupling plate, but no results are obtained by the external lab because of the corrosion of the semitrailer.
November 16th, 2022: ABS is informed that another unit has suffered from the same defect as previously mentioned, again without any death or injury. Repairs are subsequently made, and an in-depth investigation begins on other semi-trailers to evaluate the problem. Following various visual inspections on ABS ‘semitrailers by ABS’ warranty and engineering team, ABS started doubting the robustness of the coupling plate.
In December 2022 and January 2023, ABS, upon further investigation and reviews, conducted an analysis of the coupling plate and the king pin, and determined that the coupling plate was not robust enough to withstand loads which may occur in this configuration. Redesign activities were initiated to design a coupling plate that will be able to withstand loads based on collected road load data.
On January 10, 2023, ABS determined that a safety recall is warranted for some of its trailers.
40 Affected Products
Vehicles
| MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
| ABS REMORQUES | LRC | 2014-2023 |
| ABS REMORQUES | LWC | 2014-2023 |
| ABS REMORQUES | RC | 2014-2023 |
| ABS REMORQUES | WC | 2014-2023 |
9 Associated Documents
Defect Notice 573 Report
RCLRPT-23V005-1295.PDF 216.294KB
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Recall Acknowledgement
RCAK-23V005-7649.pdf 652.002KB
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Recall 573 Report – 1/31/23
RCLRPT-23V005-1416.PDF 217.196KB
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Remedy Instructions and TSB
RCRIT-23V005-2994.pdf 392.726KB
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Recall 573 Report – February 7, 2023
RCLRPT-23V005-6032.PDF 217.198KB
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Owner Notification Letter(Part 577) – Redacted
RCONL-23V005-8634.pdf 221.129KB
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Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2023-2
RCLQRT-23V005-7084.PDF 211.211KB
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Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2023-1
RCLQRT-23V005-9862.PDF 211.211KB
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Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2023-3
RCLQRT-23V005-7613.PDF 211.427KB
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Coupling Plate Replacement Procedure REP-A-12 Description : Coupling plate replacement on ABS trailers MY2014 to MY2023 Procedure Prerequisites PRIMER
REP-A-12-RC
REP-A-12-WC PAINT
Coupling plate model RC
Coupling plate model WC
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Part number:
Description :
Quantity:
Plasma cutter Lift truck Standard mechanic tools Welder with flux core wire Hydraulic unit STEP BY STEP DESCRIPTION OPERATION COMMENTS IMAGES
_Remove conveyor tension by loosing
the threaded rods _Turn the conveyor slowly to bring the belt looseness at the back of the trailer ATTENTION !!!
_Make sure that the loose do not jam at the back when doing this operation
_Remove the front panel to get proper acces, sufficient light and let the smoke evacuate.
_Note: For lightweight model, do not remove the front plate. Remove the front deck instead.
Page 1 Logo Coupling Plate Replacement Procedure Description : Coupling plate replacement on ABS trailers MY2014 to MY2023 OPERATION COMMENTS IMAGES _Cut electric wire of the fender lights (both side) _Remove the fenders _Make sure that all the wires and hoses are placed in a manner that they won’t be cut during the plasma
cutting. Use the aluminum plate REP-A- 12-000-4 as a barrier. _Cut the coupling plate at the location indicated by the red line on the image aside. ATTENTION !!!
_Do not cut frame beam on each side Page 2 Logo Coupling Plate Replacement Procedure Description : Coupling plate replacement on ABS trailers MY2014 to MY2023 OPERATION COMMENTS IMAGES ATTENTION!!!
_Place a support under the coupling plate. It will fall down once the crossmembers will be cut.
_Cut the crossmembers at an angle of 45 degree as shown on the image. IF EQUIPPED:
1) Remove the I-beams by cutting the 1
welds
2)Remove the tank bracket by cutting
the welds. Keep the bracket because it 2
will be reinstalled on the new coupler. _Remove the remaining crossmembers sections _Repair all the cracks on the frame by welding and grind each of them to get an even surface. Do not forget under the frame. ATTENTION!!!
_NE PAS COUPER LE LONGERON DU FRAME Page 3 Logo Coupling Plate Replacement Procedure Description : Coupling plate replacement on ABS trailers MY2014 to MY2023 OPERATION COMMENTS IMAGES _Use the appropriate cutting template for the trailers year. Note that the plasme was design for a cutting nozzle of Ø3/8”.
_Place the template and cut the slots as shown on the drawing. MY2020-22: GAB-DE-0-00027 & GAB- DE-0-00029 MY2014-20: GAB-DE-A-00008 G&D IF EQUIPPED:
_For trailer MY2014-20 cut the frame lining at the dimensions shown on the drawing. _Do the linear cut and the notches on the front plate (See print for the dimensions) Page 4 Logo Coupling Plate Replacement Procedure Description : Coupling plate replacement on ABS trailers MY2014 to MY2023 OPERATION COMMENTS IMAGES _Insert the new coupling plate with the front caping plate REP-A-12-000-3 RC REP-A-12-800-3 WC _Weld the new coupling plate following the print requirements. ATTENTION!!!
_No gap allowed between the frame and the coupling plate Page 5 OPTIONAL :
_Reinstal the fenders
_Adjust the conveyor tension
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Samuel Frédette
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_For lightweight model, bolt the calcium tank support bracket as shown on the print.
_Sand and paint the surfaces burnt or damaged during the repair process.
_Use the Ø3/4” hexagonal bolt to fix the rear of the coupling plate with the frame. The nut must be inside of the frame.
_Reconnect the wires of the fender
light _Replace the wires and hoses _Reinstal the front plate or deck in place
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Approved by: DATE :
Coupling Plate Replacement Procedure Description : Coupling plate replacement on ABS trailers MY2014 to MY2023 OPERATION COMMENTS IMAGES
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IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL NOTICE
This notice applies to your vehicle(s), VIN :
Attention: To the owner of the semi-trailer(s) Re: Defect Notice by ABS Remorques Inc.– NHTSA Recall #23V-005
Defect relating to coupling plate weakness in semi-trailers made between 2014 and 2023 This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. ABS Remorques Inc. (“ABS”) has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain ABS semi-trailers manufactured between March 3rd, 2014 and December 9th, 2022 in Val-des-Sources, Quebec (Canada) (the “Affected Units”).
Description of defect and risk to motor vehicle safety:
The defect consists of the potential weakness of the coupling plate leading to a premature deterioration of the said plate and may lead to the king pin to fail. It has been determined that under certain load conditions, the coupling plate may show signs of premature deterioration such as tears, weaknesses, damages, bending, and loose, missing, or other signs of abnormal wear, tear or any breakage or damage which may result in the king pin to fail. If this condition occurs, the semi-trailer could detach from the tractor and therefore the semi-trailer could become uncontrollable for the operator with the
! I M P O R T A N T !
• Your ABS semi-trailer(s) listed in Appendix A is(are) being recalled.
• Please contact us as soon as possible to coordinate the correction of your affected semi-trailer(s). SEE APPENDIX A FOR THE LIST OF YOUR AFFECTED UNITS Conceive, build and sell high quality trailers keeping in constant innovation and giving priority to a close relationship with customers and employees. Think ahead, move forward
possibility of overturning or blocking the road. This condition can cause injuries, property damage, bodily injury, and death. Precautions you should take:
Owner/operator should immediately proceed with a visual inspection (see the visual inspection procedure attached) of their Affected Units for any indication of tears, weaknesses, damages, bending, loose, missing or signs of abnormal wear, tear or any breakage or damage that may result in the king pin to fail. In such case, semi-trailer owners shall not operate their semi-trailer and shall communicate immediately with ABS to take all measures in order to proceed with the appropriate repair. Remedial actions/measures:
The coupling plate will be replaced. The repair must be performed at an ABS authorized facility and will be at no cost to the owners. Repairs are expected to take between 8 and 10 hours to complete. Semi-trailer owners must take their equipment to any repair shop ABS has approved. ABS will consider authorizing additional facilities if there are none in an owner’s area. Repair instructions and required replacement parts, if any, will be provided to all authorized service centers that will execute the correction. If you are the lessor of this vehicle, please forward a copy of this notice to the lessee within ten days to comply with federal regulations. Also, if you are no longer the owner of the Affected Units, please provide ABS with the contact information of the current owner(s). If you have already paid to have your semi-trailers repaired in relation with the present recall, you may be eligible for reimbursement of the charges you paid for the repair. To learn more about what you need to do to obtain reimbursement, call ABS customer service at 819-879-6216 desk 212 or by email at garantie@abstrailers.com. Complaints:
If, after having attempted to take advantage of this recall, you believe you have not been able to have your Affected Units remedied without charge and within a reasonable amount of time, you may submit a complaint to the Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Ave., S.E., Washington, D.C. 20590; or call the toll-free Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. We apologize for any inconvenience this safety recall may cause, but safety is our first concern. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions regarding the foregoing. Sincerely, ABS REMORQUES INC. WARRANTY DEPARTMENT Attached:
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APPENDIX A – LIST OF VIN NUMBERS FOR ABS SEMI-TRAILERS AFFECTED BY RECALL #23V-005 Your Affected semi-trailers involved in the recall are the following: Make ABS ABS ABS ABS ABS ABS ABS ABS ABS Model LRC339USA RC339-USA LRC339-USA LRC339 LRC339 USA LRC339-USA LRC339-USA LRC339 USA LRC339-USA Year
2022
2022
2022
2023
2023
2023
2023
2023
2023 VIN
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-005
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
ABS Remorques FEB 07, 2023 NHTSA Recall No. : 23V-005 Manufacturer Recall No. : NR
Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : ABS Remorques
Address : 445, Boul industriel
Boul industriel Val-des-Sources 00 J1T 4V4
Company phone : 579-6216
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 34 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 %
Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2014-2023 ABS RC-WC-LRC-LWC
Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : OTHER Power Train : NR
Descriptive Information : After receiving recent claims regarding the failure of the king pin in some of ABS’ semi-trailers, ABS has investigated the cause of said failures. In December 2022 and January 2023, ABS, upon further investigation and reviews, conducted an analysis of the coupling plate and the king pin, and determined that the coupling plate was not robust enough to withstand loads which may occur in this configuration. Redesign activities were initiated to design a coupling plate that will be able to withstand loads based on collected road load data.
Production Dates : MAR 03, 2014 – DEC 09, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : 2A942M6N8K1114006 End : 2A911CH41N1114079 ✔ Not sequential Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : ABS extends a voluntary safety recall campaign involving the potential weakness of the coupling plate leading to a premature deterioration of the said plate and may lead to the king pin to fail.
FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : ABS has determined that under certain load conditions the coupling plate
may show signs of premature deterioration such as tears, weaknesses, damages, bending, and loose, missing, or other signs of abnormal wear, tear or any breakage or damage which may result in the king pin to fail. If this condition occurs, the semi-trailer could detach from the tractor and therefore the semi-trailer could become uncontrollable for the operator with the
possibility of overturning or blocking the road. Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-005 Page 2 Description of the Cause : ABS determined that the coupling plate was not robust enough to withstand loads which may occur in this configuration Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur : If this condition occurs, the semi-trailer could detach from the tractor and therefore the semi-trailer could become uncontrollable for the operator with the possibility of overturning or blocking the road. This condition can cause injuries, property damage, bodily injury, and death. Involved Components : Component Name 1 : Coupling plate on ABS trailers MY2014 to MY2023 Component Description : Coupling plate
Component Part Number : A-12-000 – A-12-800 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : ABS Remorques Address : 445, Boul industriel
Boul industriel Val-des-Sources Foreign States J1T 4V4
Country : Canada Chronology :
September 2nd, 2022: ABS is informed that a king pin has failed on one of its units resulting from a problem with the coupling plate, but no death or injury has occurred. The repairs are made, and an analysis is requested on said coupling plate, but no results are obtained by the external lab because of the corrosion of the semi- trailer. November 16th, 2022: ABS is informed that another unit has suffered from the same defect as previously mentioned, again without any death or injury. Repairs are subsequently made, and an in-depth investigation begins on other semi-trailers to evaluate the problem. Following various visual inspections on ABS ‘semi- trailers by ABS’ warranty and engineering team, ABS started doubting the robustness of the coupling plate. In December 2022 and January 2023, ABS, upon further investigation and reviews, conducted an analysis of the coupling plate and the king pin, and determined that the coupling plate was not robust enough to withstand loads which may occur in this configuration. Redesign activities were initiated to design a coupling plate that will be able to withstand loads based on collected road load data. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-005 Page 3 On January 10, 2023, ABS determined that a safety recall is warranted for some of its trailers. Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : ABS will conduct a voluntary safety recall at no charge to the vehicle
owners. ABS will inform the vehicle owners in the owner notification letter that it will conduct the recall and provide the contact information. The repair, which is outlined in the Coupling Plate Replacement Procedure, must be performed at an ABS authorized facility and will be at no cost to the owners (ABS will pay the cost of the prescribed repair). Semi-trailer owners must take their equipment to any repair shop ABS has approved.
ABS will consider authorizing additional facilities if there are none in an owner’s area. Until the repairs are performed in accordance with the instructions set out in Coupling Plate Replacement Procedure, semi-trailer owners shall make sure to inspect their semi-trailer(s) in accordance with the attached inspection procedure for any indication of tears, weaknesses, damages, bending, loose, missing or signs of abnormal wear, tear or any breakage or damage that may result in the king pin to fail. In such case, semi-trailer owners shall not operate their semi-trailer and shall communicate immediately with ABS to take all measures in order to proceed with the appropriate repair. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component :
Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : ABS will also inform vehicle owners that in the event they have already made the repairs at they own cost, in the year before the current notice (January 12, 2022), they can submit a reimbursement request to garantie@abstrailers.com in order to obtain such refund. Owners will be allowed to address such request for a period ending 10 days after the last notification to an owner has been sent.
New design of the coupling plate that will be able to withstand loads based on collected road load data.
After receiving recent claims regarding the failure of the king pin in some of ABS’ semi-trailers, ABS has investigated the cause of said failures. We stopped the delivery of every units beggining of november 11 and every trailer stock will be repaired before delivery. By the end of december we started back the production line with the new coupling plate design Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : The notice of default will be sent to vehicle owners at the latest by
February 10, 2023.
Planned Dealer Notification Date : MAR 09, 2023 – MAR 09, 2023
Planned Owner Notification Date : MAR 09, 2023 – MAR 09, 2023 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-005
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
* NR – Not Reported
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-005
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
ABS Remorques JAN 31, 2023 NHTSA Recall No. : 23V-005 Manufacturer Recall No. : NR
Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : ABS Remorques
Address : 445, Boul industriel
Boul industriel Val-des-Sources 00 J1T 4V4
Company phone : 579-6216
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 23 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 %
Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2014-2023 ABS RC-WC-LRC-LWC
Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : OTHER Power Train : NR
Descriptive Information : After receiving recent claims regarding the failure of the king pin in some of ABS’ semi-trailers, ABS has investigated the cause of said failures. In December 2022 and January 2023, ABS, upon further investigation and reviews, conducted an analysis of the coupling plate and the king pin, and determined that the coupling plate was not robust enough to withstand loads which may occur in this configuration. Redesign activities were initiated to design a coupling plate that will be able to withstand loads based on collected road load data.
Production Dates : MAR 03, 2014 – SEP 12, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : 2A942M6N8K1114006 End : 2A911CH41N1114079 ✔ Not sequential Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : ABS extends a voluntary safety recall campaign involving the potential weakness of the coupling plate leading to a premature deterioration of the said plate and may lead to the king pin to fail.
FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : ABS has determined that under certain load conditions the coupling plate
may show signs of premature deterioration such as tears, weaknesses, damages, bending, and loose, missing, or other signs of abnormal wear, tear or any breakage or damage which may result in the king pin to fail. If this condition occurs, the semi-trailer could detach from the tractor and therefore the semi-trailer could become uncontrollable for the operator with the
possibility of overturning or blocking the road. Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-005 Page 2 Description of the Cause : ABS determined that the coupling plate was not robust enough to withstand loads which may occur in this configuration Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur : If this condition occurs, the semi-trailer could detach from the tractor and therefore the semi-trailer could become uncontrollable for the operator with the possibility of overturning or blocking the road. This condition can cause injuries, property damage, bodily injury, and death. Involved Components : Component Name 1 : Coupling plate on ABS trailers MY2014 to MY2023 Component Description : Coupling plate
Component Part Number : A-12-000 – A-12-800 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : ABS Remorques Address : 445, Boul industriel
Boul industriel Val-des-Sources Foreign States J1T 4V4
Country : Canada Chronology :
September 2nd, 2022: ABS is informed that a king pin has failed on one of its units resulting from a problem with the coupling plate, but no death or injury has occurred. The repairs are made, and an analysis is requested on said coupling plate, but no results are obtained by the external lab because of the corrosion of the semi- trailer. November 16th, 2022: ABS is informed that another unit has suffered from the same defect as previously mentioned, again without any death or injury. Repairs are subsequently made, and an in-depth investigation begins on other semi-trailers to evaluate the problem. Following various visual inspections on ABS ‘semi- trailers by ABS’ warranty and engineering team, ABS started doubting the robustness of the coupling plate. In December 2022 and January 2023, ABS, upon further investigation and reviews, conducted an analysis of the coupling plate and the king pin, and determined that the coupling plate was not robust enough to withstand loads which may occur in this configuration. Redesign activities were initiated to design a coupling plate that will be able to withstand loads based on collected road load data. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-005 Page 3 On January 10, 2023, ABS determined that a safety recall is warranted for some of its trailers. Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : ABS will conduct a voluntary safety recall at no charge to the vehicle
owners. ABS will inform the vehicle owners in the owner notification letter that it will conduct the recall and provide the contact information. The repair, which is outlined in the Coupling Plate Replacement Procedure, must be performed at an ABS authorized facility and will be at no cost to the owners (ABS will pay the cost of the prescribed repair). Semi-trailer owners must take their equipment to any repair shop ABS has approved.
ABS will consider authorizing additional facilities if there are none in an owner’s area. Until the repairs are performed in accordance with the instructions set out in Coupling Plate Replacement Procedure, semi-trailer owners shall make sure to inspect their semi-trailer(s) in accordance with the attached inspection procedure for any indication of tears, weaknesses, damages, bending, loose, missing or signs of abnormal wear, tear or any breakage or damage that may result in the king pin to fail. In such case, semi-trailer owners shall not operate their semi-trailer and shall communicate immediately with ABS to take all measures in order to proceed with the appropriate repair. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component :
Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : ABS will also inform vehicle owners that in the event they have already made the repairs at they own cost, in the year before the current notice (January 12, 2022), they can submit a reimbursement request to garantie@abstrailers.com in order to obtain such refund. Owners will be allowed to address such request for a period ending 10 days after the last notification to an owner has been sent.
New design of the coupling plate that will be able to withstand loads based on collected road load data.
After receiving recent claims regarding the failure of the king pin in some of ABS’ semi-trailers, ABS has investigated the cause of said failures. We stopped the delivery of every units beggining of november 11 and every trailer stock will be repaired before delivery. By the end of december we started back the production line with the new coupling plate design Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : The notice of default will be sent to vehicle owners at the latest by
February 10, 2023.
Planned Dealer Notification Date : SEP 03, 2023 – SEP 03, 2023
Planned Owner Notification Date : SEP 03, 2023 – SEP 03, 2023 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-005
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
* NR – Not Reported
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-005
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
ABS Remorques JAN 13, 2023 NHTSA Recall No. : 23V-005 Manufacturer Recall No. : NR
Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : ABS Remorques
Address : 445, Boul industriel
Boul industriel Val-des-Sources 00 J1T 4V4
Company phone : 579-6216
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 23 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 %
Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2014-2023 ABS RC-WC-LRC-LWC
Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : OTHER Power Train : NR
Descriptive Information : After receiving recent claims regarding the failure of the king pin in some of ABS’ semi-trailers, ABS has investigated the cause of said failures. In December 2022 and January 2023, ABS, upon further investigation and reviews, conducted an analysis of the coupling plate and the king pin, and determined that the coupling plate was not robust enough to withstand loads which may occur in this configuration. Redesign activities were initiated to design a coupling plate that will be able to withstand loads based on collected road load data.
Production Dates : MAR 03, 2014 – DEC 09, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : 2A942M6N8K1114006 End : 2A911CH41N1114079 ✔ Not sequential Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : ABS extends a voluntary safety recall campaign involving the potential weakness of the coupling plate leading to a premature deterioration of the said plate and may lead to the king pin to fail.
FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : ABS has determined that under certain load conditions the coupling plate
may show signs of premature deterioration such as tears, weaknesses, damages, bending, and loose, missing, or other signs of abnormal wear, tear or any breakage or damage which may result in the king pin to fail. If this condition occurs, the semi-trailer could detach from the tractor and therefore the semi-trailer could become uncontrollable for the operator with the
possibility of overturning or blocking the road. Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-005 Page 2 Description of the Cause : ABS determined that the coupling plate was not robust enough to withstand loads which may occur in this configuration Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur : If this condition occurs, the semi-trailer could detach from the tractor and therefore the semi-trailer could become uncontrollable for the operator with the possibility of overturning or blocking the road. This condition can cause injuries, property damage, bodily injury, and death. Involved Components : Component Name 1 : Coupling plate on ABS trailers MY2014 to MY2023 Component Description : Coupling plate
Component Part Number : A-12-000 – A-12-800 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : ABS Remorques Address : 445, Boul industriel
Boul industriel Val-des-Sources Foreign States J1T 4V4
Country : Canada Chronology :
After receiving recent claims regarding the failure of the king pin in some of ABS’ semi-trailers, ABS has investigated the cause of said failures. In December 2022 and January 2023, ABS, upon further investigation and reviews, conducted an analysis of the coupling plate and the king pin, and determined that the coupling plate was not robust enough to withstand loads which may occur in this configuration. Redesign activities were initiated to design a coupling plate that will be able to withstand loads based on collected road load data. On January 10, 2023, ABS determined that a safety recall is warranted for some of its trailers. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-005
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : ABS will conduct a voluntary safety recall at no charge to the vehicle
owners. ABS will inform the vehicle owners in the owner notification letter that it will conduct the recall and provide the contact information. The repair, which is outlined in the Coupling Plate Replacement Procedure, must be performed at an ABS authorized facility and will be at no cost to the owners (ABS will pay the cost of the prescribed repair). Semi-trailer owners must take their equipment to any repair shop ABS has approved.
ABS will consider authorizing additional facilities if there are none in an owner’s area. Until the repairs are performed in accordance with the instructions set out in Coupling Plate Replacement Procedure, semi-trailer owners shall make sure to inspect their semi-trailer(s) in accordance with the attached inspection procedure for any indication of tears, weaknesses, damages, bending, loose, missing or signs of abnormal wear, tear or any breakage or damage that may result in the king pin to fail. In such case, semi-trailer owners shall not operate their semi-trailer and shall communicate immediately with ABS to take all measures in order to proceed with the appropriate repair. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component :
Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : New design of the coupling plate that will be able to withstand loads based on collected road load data.
After receiving recent claims regarding the failure of the king pin in some of ABS’ semi-trailers, ABS has investigated the cause of said failures. We stopped the delivery of every units beggining of november 11 and every trailer stock will be repaired before delivery. By the end of december we started back the production line with the new coupling plate design Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : The notice of default will be sent to vehicle owners at the latest by
February 10, 2023.
Planned Dealer Notification Date : FEB 10, 2023 – FEB 10, 2023
Planned Owner Notification Date : FEB 10, 2023 – FEB 10, 2023
* NR – Not Reported
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