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.

NHTSA number
16V-491
Report date
Jun 30, 2016
Vehicles affected
1,250
Owners notified
Jul 22, 2016

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

ManufacturerMoritz International, Inc
ComponentSuspension › Rear › Axle › Non-Powered Axle Assembly
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number16V491000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Moritz CR2015, 2016All years
Moritz DLH2015, 2016All years
Moritz FH2015, 2016All years
Moritz FH+102015, 2016All years
Moritz SR2015, 2016All years
Moritz UDC2015, 2016All years
Moritz ULC2015, 2016All years
Moritz ULH2015, 2016All years
Moritz ULH+62015, 2016All 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.