Futura Trailers Ltd | NHTSA Recall #18V210000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V210000 by Futura Trailers Ltd. Affecting 2016-2018 low loader trailers Includes 204 affected units, Brake and Lighting Wiring Damage/FMVSS 135, 108, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2016-2018 low loader trailers

Defect Summary

Futura trailers ltd (futura) is recalling certain 2016-2018 low loader trailers. the left and right drawbars may disconnect from the front rail of the trailer chassis allowing the draw bars to swing and sever the trailer brake and light wires. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment," and number 135, "light vehicle brake systems."

Corrective Action

Futura will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional aluminum angle bracket to the junction of the left and right draw-bar, free of charge. the recall began on may 30, 2018. owners may contact futura customer service at 1-855-744-3877.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 18V210000
Manufacturer: Futura Trailers Ltd
Report Received Date: 2018-03-30T00:00:00
Subject: Brake and lighting wiring damage/fmvss 135, 108
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 204

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Futura trailers ltd (futura) is recalling certain 2016-2018 low loader trailers. the left and right drawbars may disconnect from the front rail of the trailer chassis allowing the draw bars to swing and sever the trailer brake and light wires. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment," and number 135, "light vehicle brake systems."
Consequence Summary: Severed brake and/or light wiring can cause the brakes or brake lights to fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Futura will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional aluminum angle bracket to the junction of the left and right draw-bar, free of charge. the recall began on may 30, 2018. owners may contact futura customer service at 1-855-744-3877.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 62.38

Metadata

SID: row-anf6_6aix~9azd
NHTSA ID: 18V210000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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