NHTSA Recall 24V885000: Fifth wheel assembly (trailer hitches)
Brinkley RV reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 466 vehicles. It affects 2024–2025 Brinkley RV Model Z.
| NHTSA campaign | 24V885000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | REC-2405 |
| Component | TRAILER HITCHES › FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | November 22, 2024 |
| Owner notification | December 12, 2024 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Brinkley RV (Brinkley) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Model Z Fifth Wheel trailers equipped with Curt Helux Pin Boxes. The pin box fasteners may have been improperly tightened.
Safety risk
The fasteners can loosen and fall out, allowing the tow vehicle to detach from the pin box and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will tighten the fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2024. Owners may contact Brinkley customer service at 1-574-501-4280. Brinkley's number for this recall is REC-2405.
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 nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 24V885000
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.