Super Test Corporation | NHTSA Recall #12V497000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12V497000 by Super Test Corporation. Affecting model year 2012 alumadump aluminum trailers, model al6096, manufactured from september 2011 through april 2012, sold exclusively through the home depot Includes 175 affected units, Aluminum Trailer/Trailer Separation, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2012 alumadump aluminum trailers, model al6096, manufactured from september 2011 through april 2012, sold exclusively through the home depot

Defect Summary

Super test corporation (super test) is recalling certain model year 2012 alumadump aluminum trailers, model al6096, manufactured from september 2011 through april 2012, sold exclusively through the home depot. the weld that connects the tongue to the trailer frame can fail under stress.

Corrective Action

Super test will notify owners and will offer a full refund for each of the affected trailers. The safety recall began on december 14, 2012. Owners may contact super test at 1-815-623-8400. owners should not contact the home depot.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 12V497000
Manufacturer: Super Test Corporation
Report Received Date: 2012-10-03T00:00:00
Subject: Aluminum trailer/trailer separation
Component: Equipment
Potentially Affected Units: 175

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Super test corporation (super test) is recalling certain model year 2012 alumadump aluminum trailers, model al6096, manufactured from september 2011 through april 2012, sold exclusively through the home depot. the weld that connects the tongue to the trailer frame can fail under stress.
Consequence Summary: A trailer that separates from the towing vehicle while in use may be a significant road hazard, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action: Super test will notify owners and will offer a full refund for each of the affected trailers. The safety recall began on december 14, 2012. Owners may contact super test at 1-815-623-8400. owners should not contact the home depot.

Safety Information

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

Metadata

SID: row-kzuk-evjt-c548
NHTSA ID: 12V497000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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