NHTSA vehicle safety data
2013 Fontaine Renegade LXT40 Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2013 Fontaine Renegade LXT40 has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Fontaine dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2013 Fontaine Renegade LXT40. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #13V076000Reported February 22, 2013 · Fontaine Heavy-Haul
Potentially affected: 78 vehicles
Defect description
Fontaine Trailer Company, dba Fontaine Heavy-Haul, is recalling certain model year 2013 Renegade LX40 and LXT40 lowbed trailers manufactured between August 2012 and November 2012. The combo eye plate that connects the gooseneck portion of the trailer to the deck portion of the trailer may crack and ultimately fracture and thereby fail to maintain the load carrying capabilities as designed.
Safety consequence
In the event of a combo eye plate crack and failure, the deck of the trailer could tilt and impact the highway, stopping the vehicle unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Fontaine Heavy-Haul will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace any defective components free of charge. The recall began on March 11, 2013. Owners may contact Fontaine Heavy-Haul at 1-866-382-7278, option 2, ext. 819.
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.
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