Aluminum Trailer Company (atc) | NHTSA Recall #21V171000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 21V171000 by Aluminum Trailer Company (atc). Affecting 2018-2021 arv gamechanger, and arv pro bumper pull trailers equipped with tandem 6,000 lb axles Includes 230 affected units, Safety Chains Could Break, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2018-2021 arv gamechanger, and arv pro bumper pull trailers equipped with tandem 6,000 lb axles

Defect Summary

Aluminum trailer company (atc) is recalling certain 2018-2021 arv gamechanger, and arv pro bumper pull trailers equipped with tandem 6,000 lb axles. the safety chains installed are rated at 11,700 lbs, which is insufficient for the trailer.

Corrective Action

Atc will notify owners and dealers will replace the existing safety chains with a safety chain that meets the gvwr rating of the trailer, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed on may 7, 2021. owners may contact atc customer service at 1-877-441-2440 ext. 342.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 21V171000
Manufacturer: Aluminum Trailer Company (atc)
Report Received Date: 2021-03-12T00:00:00
Subject: Safety chains could break
Component: Equipment
Potentially Affected Units: 230

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Aluminum trailer company (atc) is recalling certain 2018-2021 arv gamechanger, and arv pro bumper pull trailers equipped with tandem 6,000 lb axles. the safety chains installed are rated at 11,700 lbs, which is insufficient for the trailer.
Consequence Summary: The safety chains could break if the trailer disconnects from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Atc will notify owners and dealers will replace the existing safety chains with a safety chain that meets the gvwr rating of the trailer, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed on may 7, 2021. owners may contact atc customer service at 1-877-441-2440 ext. 342.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 37.83

Metadata

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NHTSA ID: 21V171000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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