NHTSA Recall 03V440000: Fifth wheel assembly (trailer hitches)
NUWA INDUSTRIES, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 6 vehicles. It affects 1997–2000 Nu WA Snowbird.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V440000 |
|---|---|
| Component | TRAILER HITCHES › FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | November 4, 2003 |
| Owner notification | October 9, 2003 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On certain fifth wheel travel trailers equipped with optional extended hitch pin boxes, cracking can occur in the box area of the hitch pin.
Safety risk
A complete failure could result in the trailer separating from the tow vehicle which could result in a crash.
Remedy
All six owners have been contacted by nuwa. Owner notification began on october 9, 2003.
Notes
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 03V440000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.