Atc recall: Trailer hitches
What is wrong
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.
What could happen
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.
The fix
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.
Vehicles covered
- Atc Boss Hoss 2008
- Atc Cargo 2009
- Atc Contender 2007–2008
- Atc Fast Lane 2007–2009
- Atc Gts 2008
- Atc Qst 2007–2012
- Atc Ss 2010–2012
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 11V482000
- Type
- Vehicle
- Filed by
- Aluminum Trailer Company
- Reported to NHTSA
- Sep 23, 2011
- Owners notified
- Nov 10, 2011
- Vehicles or items affected
- 85
- Started by
- The manufacturer
- Built
- Dec 1, 2006 to Sep 16, 2011
- Part
- Trailer hitches
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
Other recalls for the same vehicles
- Atc recall: Equipment Apr 18, 2012
To check one car, enter its 17-character VIN on the official NHTSA page: a recall may cover only some vehicles of a model year.
Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.