Aluminum Trailer Company (atc) | NHTSA Recall #11V482000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 11V482000 by Aluminum Trailer Company (atc). Includes 85 affected units, WEAKENED TRAILER HITCH, component: TRAILER HITCHES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Aluminum trailer company (atc) is recalling certain model year 2007-2012 atc car hauler trailers with extended hitches manufactured from december 1, 2006 through september 16, 2011. these trailers with 12" extended hitch frames are breaking near the front cross member on the frame of the trailer. this is caused by insufficient material used in the frame hitch.

Corrective Action

Atc will repair the aluminum trailer hitch free of charge. the safety recall began on november 10, 2011. owners may contact atc at 1-877-441-2440.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 11V482000
Manufacturer: Aluminum Trailer Company (atc)
Report Received Date: 2011-09-23T00:00:00
Subject: Weakened trailer hitch
Component: Trailer Hitches
Potentially Affected Units: 85

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Aluminum trailer company (atc) is recalling certain model year 2007-2012 atc car hauler trailers with extended hitches manufactured from december 1, 2006 through september 16, 2011. these trailers with 12" extended hitch frames are breaking near the front cross member on the frame of the trailer. this is caused by insufficient material used in the frame hitch.
Consequence Summary: The hitch could potentially break causing separation from the towing vehicle, thereby increasing the risk of loss of control and posing a risk of personal injury and property damage.
Corrective Action: Atc will repair the aluminum trailer hitch free of charge. the safety recall began on november 10, 2011. owners may contact atc at 1-877-441-2440.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-6wen-hade_79xg
NHTSA ID: 11V482000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
Created Meta: N/A
Updated At: 1742808662
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