Cottrell, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #06V249000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 06V249000 by Cottrell, Inc.. Includes 63 affected units, TRACTOR/TRAILER LIGHT WIRING, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain car hauling trailers with an extra night loading light option (6light/7light), the tractor and trailer lights were wired to one switch rather than two separate switches. these lights may have a fuse in the electrical circuit that is rated higher than the other electrical components in the circuit.

Corrective Action

One-switch circuits will be rewired to create two-switch circuits. all customers have been contacted to disable the night-loading light option and arrangements have been made to have these trailers repaired. owners may contact cottrell at 1-770-532-7251.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 06V249000

Manufacturer: Cottrell, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2006-07-13T00:00:00

Subject: Tractor/trailer light wiring

Component: Exterior Lighting

Potentially Affected Units: 63

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain car hauling trailers with an extra night loading light option (6light/7light), the tractor and trailer lights were wired to one switch rather than two separate switches. these lights may have a fuse in the electrical circuit that is rated higher than the other electrical components in the circuit.

Consequence Summary: These components may potentially overheat without blowing the fuse which could cause a fire in the electrical circuit.

Corrective Action: One-switch circuits will be rewired to create two-switch circuits. all customers have been contacted to disable the night-loading light option and arrangements have been made to have these trailers repaired. owners may contact cottrell at 1-770-532-7251.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 06V249000

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