NHTSA Recall 05V238000: Fifth wheel assembly (trailer hitches)
SKYLINE CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 9 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Skyline Aljo.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V238000 |
|---|---|
| Component | TRAILER HITCHES › FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | May 20, 2005 |
| Owner notification | May 31, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain fifth wheel travel trailers, there is inadequate support in the front c-channel cross members and gooseneck which could cause the fiberglass cap to be damaged and/or the front cross member to buckle or bow.
Safety risk
If the cross member buckled or bowed on the trailer while being towed, a crash could occur.
Remedy
Skyline will return the units to the factory at its expense, replace the 7-gauge c-channel cross member with a tube steel cross member and return the units to the owners. The recall began on may 31, 2005. Owners may contact skyline at 1-800-929-1080.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 05V238000
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.