Recall 25V560 affects 35 2025-2026 Fontaine Forklift Trailer HCIFL12SAT and HCIFL82CTA trailers for miswired lift axle cables. Repair is free through Fontaine.
Fontaine is recalling 35 2025-2026 Forklift Trailer HCIFL12SAT and Forklift Trailer HCIFL82CTA trailers because auto lift axle cables are routed to the wrong ports, disabling the anti-lock brake system. Without working ABS, the trailer can brake differently than intended and raise crash risk; Fontaine dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The Wabco 4S / 2M iABS module on 2025-2026 Fontaine Forklift Trailer HCIFL12SAT and Forklift Trailer HCIFL82CTA models is the air brake control unit for the anti-lock brake system and auto lift axle setup. It reads wheel and axle signals, then helps keep the brakes from locking while also controlling when the lift axle lowers under load.
On included trailers, the auto lift axle cables were connected to the wrong ports on the iABS controller, and the static axle and lift axle programming was inverted. That wiring and setup error keeps the controller from reading the trailer correctly. The lift axle can stay raised when the trailer is fully loaded, and the anti-lock brake system can be disabled.
The signs to watch for are direct. The lift axle remains raised when the trailer is fully loaded, or the ABS light stays on.
Who's affected?
The HCIFL12SAT and HCIFL82CTA scopes point to the same Wabco 4S / 2M iABS Module in the anti-lock brake system.
| 2026 Fontaine Forklift Trailer HCIFL12SAT | anti-lock brake system (ABS) |
|---|---|
| 2026 Fontaine Forklift Trailer HCIFL82CTA | anti-lock brake system (ABS) |
| 2025 Fontaine Forklift Trailer HCIFL12SAT | anti-lock brake system (ABS) |
| 2025 Fontaine Forklift Trailer HCIFL82CTA | anti-lock brake system (ABS) |
| Units affected | 35 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 2 field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
Without a functioning anti-lock brake system, the trailer can fail to brake as intended, increasing the risk of a crash. If the ABS light stays on or the lift axle remains raised when the trailer is fully loaded, stop using the trailer and call Fontaine for repair scheduling. Repair is free at any franchised Fontaine dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2025-2026 Fontaine Forklift Trailer HCIFL12SAT or Forklift Trailer HCIFL82CTA is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Fontaine dealer to schedule the free axle-cable rewiring that connects the auto lift axle cables to the correct ports and restores anti-lock brake operation.
- Bring the recall notice if Fontaine has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 25V560 when you call.
- Leave extra stopping distance if the trailer has to move before the repair, and avoid hard braking whenever possible.
- Call Fontaine customer service at 1-800-821-6535, option 5, with repair questions.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Fontaine technician rewires the auto lift axle cable connections so the cables are connected to the correct ports. The repair is free under the recall, with parts and labor covered by Fontaine. If you already paid for this repair, Fontaine will reimburse the cost regardless of when the work was completed. Submit the reimbursement claim to Fontaine at 430 Sam Letson Road, Haleyville, AL 35565, or ask Fontaine customer service which documents to include.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| August 25, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| August 29, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
| September 1, 2025 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| October 20, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V560?
Recall 25V560 covers 35 2025-2026 Fontaine Forklift Trailer HCIFL12SAT and Forklift Trailer HCIFL82CTA trailers with auto lift axle cables connected to the wrong ports. That wiring error can disable the anti-lock brake system, so the trailer does not brake as intended. Fontaine will rewire the cable connections for free.
What should I do if my 2025-2026 Fontaine Forklift Trailer HCIFL12SAT or Forklift Trailer HCIFL82CTA is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 25V560. If it is, contact Fontaine customer service at 1-800-821-6535, option 5, or work with an authorized Fontaine service location to arrange the cable rewiring. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Fontaine will rewire the auto lift axle cable connections free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for trailers included in recall 25V560.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced braking performance from a disabled anti-lock brake system. Fontaine says driving without a functioning anti-lock brake system can make the trailer fail to brake as intended, increasing crash risk. Confirm the VIN and arrange the free wiring repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V560000 |
|---|---|
| Fontaine customer service | 1-800-821-6535 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V560 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V560000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →