NHTSA Recall 19V045000: Fifth wheel assembly (trailer hitches)
Trail King Industries, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 80 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Trail King Aacs.
| NHTSA campaign | 19V045000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | TK201901 |
| Component | TRAILER HITCHES › FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | January 18, 2019 |
| Owner notification | March 1, 2019 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Trail King Industries, Inc. (Trail King) is recalling certain 2016-2017 ACS and AACS drop deck fifth wheel trailers equipped with fifth wheel plates that have a 14" king pin setting and 1/4" plate. The fifth wheel coupler plate on these vehicles may crack, potentially allowing the trailer to detach from the tractor.
Safety risk
If the trailer to detaches from the tractor, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Trail King has notified owners, and dealers will replace the coupler plate, free of charge. The recall began on March 1, 2019. Owners may contact Trail King customer service at 1-800-843-3324. Trail King's number for this recall is TK201901.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 19V045000
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.