NHTSA vehicle safety data
2018 Kaufman Double Deck Car Hauler Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2018 Kaufman Double Deck Car Hauler has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Kaufman dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2018 Kaufman Double Deck Car Hauler. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:SPINDLE
NHTSA #18V126000Reported February 20, 2018 · Kaufman Trailers Group, LLC.
Potentially affected: 81 vehicles
Defect description
Kaufman Trailers Group, LLC. (Kaufman) is recalling certain 2018 Kaufman Double Deck Car Hauler trailers, model numbers FE-3/7K-44 and FE-3/7K-47. The axles may have incorrect spindles which may fail, resulting in the detachment of a wheel and hub from the trailer.
Safety consequence
A wheel and hub detachment increases the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Kaufman will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the axles and replace any axles that have incorrect spindles, free of charge. The recall began on February 28, 2018. Owners may contact Kaufman customer service at 1-336-790-2756 or 1-336-790-6800.
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.
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:SPINDLE
NHTSA #18V125000Reported February 20, 2018 · Kaufman Trailers of NC, Inc.
Potentially affected: 189 vehicles
Defect description
Kaufman Trailers of NC, Inc. (Kaufman) is recalling certain 2018 Kaufman Double Deck Car Hauler trailers, model numbers FE-3/7K-44 and FE-3/7K-47. The axles may have incorrect spindles which may fail, resulting in the detachment of a wheel and hub from the trailer.
Safety consequence
A wheel and hub detachment increases the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Kaufman will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the axles and replace any axles that have incorrect spindles, free of charge. The recall began on February 28, 2018. Owners may contact Kaufman customer service at 1-336-790-2756 or 1-336-790-6800.
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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