Recall 16V-491: 2015–2016 Moritz CR, 2015–2016 Moritz DLH and 7 more
Moritz International, Inc recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on Jun 30, 2016, covering about 1,250 vehicles.
The problem
Moritz International, Inc. (Moritz) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 CR-series, SR-series, DLH-series, FH-series, UDC-series, FH+10-series, ULH-series, ULH+6-series, and ULC-series trailers manufactured March 6, 2015, to June 19, 2016. The affected trailers have axles whose mounting brackets may not have been properly tightened. As a result, the axles may detach from the trailer.
The risk
If an axle loosens or detaches, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
The fix
Moritz will notify owners, and dealers will properly tighten the axles, free of charge. The recall began on July 22, 2016. Owners may contact Moritz Customer Service Department at 1-419-526-5222.
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.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Moritz International, Inc |
|---|---|
| Component | Suspension › Rear › Axle › Non-Powered Axle Assembly |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 16V491000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Moritz CR | 2015, 2016 | All years |
| Moritz DLH | 2015, 2016 | All years |
| Moritz FH | 2015, 2016 | All years |
| Moritz FH+10 | 2015, 2016 | All years |
| Moritz SR | 2015, 2016 | All years |
| Moritz UDC | 2015, 2016 | All years |
| Moritz ULC | 2015, 2016 | All years |
| Moritz ULH | 2015, 2016 | All years |
| Moritz ULH+6 | 2015, 2016 | 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 16V-491?
Moritz International, Inc. (Moritz) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 CR-series, SR-series, DLH-series, FH-series, UDC-series, FH+10-series, ULH-series, ULH+6-series, and ULC-series trailers manufactured March 6, 2015, to June 19, 2016. The affected trailers have axles whose mounting brackets may not have been properly tightened. As a result, the axles may detach from the trailer.
How is recall 16V-491 fixed?
Moritz will notify owners, and dealers will properly tighten the axles, free of charge. The recall began on July 22, 2016. Owners may contact Moritz Customer Service Department at 1-419-526-5222.
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.