2018 Kaufman Double Deck Car Hauler Recall: Axles may have incorrect spindles which may fail, resulting in the…
NHTSA campaign 18V126000 · Suspension · filed Feb 20, 2018 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
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.
The risk
A wheel and hub detachment increases the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
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.
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.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Kaufman | Double Deck Car Hauler | 2018 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 18V126000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.