Recall 06V-452: 2005–2007 Custom Campers LS, 2005, 2007 NU WA Champagne Edition and 3 more
NU WA INDUSTRIES INC. recall for trailer hitches, reported to NHTSA on Nov 30, 2006, covering about 1,502 vehicles.
The problem
On certain fifth wheel trailers equipped with a demco glide ride pin box, the welds on the pin box can break.
The risk
Broken welds can result in the pin box jamming.
The fix
Dealers will replace the glide pin assembly with assemblies made with a longer pin and more robust welds. The recall began on january 31, 2007. Owners may contact nuwa at 1-800-835-0676 or e-mail at safety@nuwa.com.
Notes
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | NU WA INDUSTRIES INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Trailer Hitches › Fifth Wheel Assembly |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 06V452000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Custom Campers LS | 2005, 2006, 2007 | All years |
| NU WA Champagne Edition | 2005, 2007 | All years |
| NU WA Discover America | 2005, 2006, 2007 | All years |
| NU WA Hitchhiker Champagne Edit | 2006 | All years |
| NU WA Premier | 2005, 2006, 2007 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 06V-452?
On certain fifth wheel trailers equipped with a demco glide ride pin box, the welds on the pin box can break.
How is recall 06V-452 fixed?
Dealers will replace the glide pin assembly with assemblies made with a longer pin and more robust welds. The recall began on january 31, 2007. Owners may contact nuwa at 1-800-835-0676 or e-mail at safety@nuwa.com.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.