Vehicle recall 16V573000 · August 2, 2016

Aluma KLM 8605T, 8610T and 1 more model

The affected trailers may have misaligned axle mounts, possibly resulting in the axle mounts detaching from the trailer.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: Aluma/KLM is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 8605T, 8610T, and 8612T trailers manufactured January 1, 2011, to October 30, 2015. The affected trailers may have misaligned axle mounts, possibly resulting in the axle mounts detaching from the trailer.
Consequence: If the axle mounts separate, there could be a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Aluma/KLM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the axle mount alignment, repairing it as necessary. Additionally, flat straps will be retrofitted to the axle mounts. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on September 30, 2016. Owners may contact Aluma/KLM customer service at 1-866-415-3285.
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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 16V573000
Reported to NHTSA: August 2, 2016
Filed by: ALUMA/KLM
Owner notification: September 30, 2016
Vehicles potentially affected: 1,839
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Suspension › Rear › Axle › Non-powered axle assembly

Recall 16V573000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.

Aluma KLM 8605T (2011-2015): 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011
Aluma KLM 8610T (2011-2015): 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011
Aluma KLM 8612T (2011-2015): 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011

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