Transport CanadaCritical
1988 VOLVO WIMTransport Canada Recall #2000088
The official notice
Defect
On certain vehicle equipped with Fontaine light weight fixed position fifth wheels, the fifth wheel mounting plate may develop a crack in the area where the legs of the fifth wheel are welded to the base plate. This could result in eventual trailer separation.
Safety Risk
No risk description available.
Remedy
Fifth wheel base plate will be inspected and if a crack is found, the base plate will be replaced.
77 vehicles affectedMfr ref: RVWA0001Updated June 10, 2026