recall information
Recall number
REC-006295
Campaign number
HKT-250227-01
Original published date
make and model information
Make
Hari Kessner Trailers
Model
8x5 TIPPER (7 Units), 10x5 TIPPER (5 Units), 14x7 FLAT TOP (1 Unit), 10x7 FLAT TOP TIPPER (1 Unit)
Year range
2024 - 2025
Affected units
13
Variant applicability
All variants within this model
Identifying features
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
What are the defects?
Due to a manufacturing defect, certain low ATM trailer drawbars may not comply with ADR requirements for structural strength. As a result, it could lead to a loss of trailer control and/or detachment from the tow vehicle whilst being towed.
What are the hazards?
A loss of trailer control and/or detachment from the tow vehicle whilst being towed will increase the risk of an accident and serious injury or death to the vehicle occupants and other road users.
Trailers are not compliant with ADR 62/00 - Mechanical Connections Between Vehicles.
Trailers are not compliant with ADR 62/00 - Mechanical Connections Between Vehicles.
What should consumers do?
Hari Kessner is requesting owners to stop using the trailer for heavy loads and to contact Hari Kessner Pty Ltd immediately to schedule a free inspection and modification, free of charge.
Supplier details
HARI KESSNER TRAILERS PTY LTD
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Contact name
Hari Kessner Trailers
Contact phone
08 8262 611
Contact email
harish@kessnertrailers.com.au
Contact website
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
