Horizon Global | NHTSA Recall #18E110000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18E110000 by Horizon Global. Affecting reese elite aftermarket gooseball kits, both the hi-rise ball kit, part number 19315, and the gm kit, part number 30891, sold for aftermarket installation on chevrolet and gmc trucks with the factory oem underbed package Includes 621 affected units, Trailer may Separate from Gooseball, component: TRAILER HITCHES, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModelsreese elite aftermarket gooseball kits, both the hi-rise ball kit, part number 19315, and the gm kit, part number 30891, sold for aftermarket installation on chevrolet and gmc trucks with the factory oem underbed package
Defect Summary
Horizon global (horizon) is recalling certain reese elite aftermarket gooseball kits, both the hi-rise ball kit, part number 19315, and the gm kit, part number 30891, sold for aftermarket installation on chevrolet and gmc trucks with the factory oem underbed package. these parts are the connector used in a gooseneck hitch to connect the towing vehicle's underbed to a trailer. the load dynamics of the underbed in these vehicles may potentially result in the trailer separating from the gooseball.
Corrective Action
Horizon will work with dealers to notify owners, and provide reimbursement for the parts purchased. the recall began january 10, 2019. customers may contact horizon customer service number at 1-877-973-7871.