Recall 16V573 affects 1,839 2011-2015 Aluma Klm 8605T, 8610T, and 8612T trailers for misaligned axle mounts. Repair is free at any franchised Aluma Klm dealer.
Aluma Klm is recalling 1,839 2011-2015 8605T, 8610T, and 8612T trailers because misaligned axle mounts can detach from the trailer. If the axle mounts separate, the driver can lose control and face a higher crash risk; Aluma Klm dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The rear non-powered axle assembly on an affected 2011-2015 Aluma Klm 8610T, 8612T, and 8605T trailer supports the trailer and lets the wheels roll freely behind the tow vehicle. The axle mounts are the welded attachment points that hold that axle to the trailer frame, so the axle stays square under load and tracks straight on the road.
On these trailers, manufacturing workmanship left welds misaligned at the axle mount area. A misaligned weld does not carry load the way the design intended, and repeated towing stress concentrates at the attachment point. If the mount weldment lets go, the axle mount detaches from the trailer and the trailer becomes inoperable.
There is no warning sign before failure. The first thing an owner notices can be the axle mount separating or the trailer no longer being towable, so this is not a defect to judge by sound, vibration, or normal appearance.
Who's affected?
Covers 3 trailer models across the 2011-2015 model years, all tied to the rear suspension.
| 2011 Aluma Klm 8610T | rear suspension |
|---|---|
| 2015 Aluma Klm 8612T | rear suspension |
| 2013 Aluma Klm 8612T | rear suspension |
| 2011 Aluma Klm 8612T | rear suspension |
| 2013 Aluma Klm 8610T | rear suspension |
| 2014 Aluma Klm 8605T | rear suspension |
| 2015 Aluma Klm 8605T | rear suspension |
| 2014 Aluma Klm 8612T | rear suspension |
| 2012 Aluma Klm 8612T | rear suspension |
| 2012 Aluma Klm 8610T | rear suspension |
| 2014 Aluma Klm 8610T | rear suspension |
| 2015 Aluma Klm 8610T | rear suspension |
| 2011 Aluma Klm 8605T | rear suspension |
| 2012 Aluma Klm 8605T | rear suspension |
| 2013 Aluma Klm 8605T | rear suspension |
| Units affected | 1,839 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the axle mounts separate, the trailer can lose control, increasing the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before failure, so schedule the inspection, mount repair, and flat strap retrofit soon if your VIN is included. Repair is free at any franchised Aluma Klm dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011-2015 Aluma Klm 8605T, 8610T, or 8612T trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Aluma Klm dealer to schedule the free axle-mount inspection, repair, and flat-strap retrofit that reinforces the misaligned axle mounts.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, and reference recall number 16V573 when you call.
- Call Aluma Klm customer service at 1-866-415-3285 if you need help with the dealer repair path.
- Tow cautiously until the repair is complete, and stop using the trailer if the axle mounts look loose, shifted, or damaged.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Aluma Klm technician inspects the axle mount alignment, repairs the alignment issue where needed, and retrofits flat straps to the axle mounts. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor. Aluma Klm has a general reimbursement plan on file. If you already paid out of pocket for axle mount work tied to this recall, ask Aluma Klm customer service or the dealer how to submit repair documentation under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| August 2, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 30, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V573?
Recall 16V573 covers 1,839 2011-2015 Aluma Klm 8610T, 8612T, and 8605T trailers with misaligned axle mounts. The axle mounts can detach from the trailer, causing loss of control and increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and repair the axle mount alignment, then retrofit flat straps for free.
What should I do if my 2011-2015 Aluma Klm 8610T, 8612T, or 8605T is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 16V573. If it is, contact an Aluma Klm dealer or Aluma Klm customer service at 1-866-415-3285 to schedule the axle mount inspection, needed alignment repair, and flat-strap retrofit.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Aluma Klm's recall remedy says the axle mount inspection, needed repair, and flat-strap retrofit are free. Use recall number 16V573 when you contact the dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of trailer control. If the axle mounts separate from the trailer, the trailer can become harder to control and increase crash risk. The repair path is to have a dealer inspect the axle mount alignment, repair it as needed, and add the flat straps.
What if I bought my Aluma Klm trailer used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the trailer's VIN, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2011-2015 Aluma Klm 8610T, 8612T, or 8605T is included, then reference recall 16V573 when you call for service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V573000 |
|---|---|
| Aluma Klm customer service | 1-866-415-3285 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V573 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V573000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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