Multiquip recall: Trailer hitches
What is wrong
Multiquip, Inc. (Multiquip) is recalling certain 2019 WT5C trailers. The connection points for the safety chain are incorrect.
What could happen
The incorrect attachment points may result in the safety chains being too short, possibly interfering with steerability of the tow vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Multiquip will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the mounting position of safety chains, free of charge. The recall began January 24, 2020. Owners may contact Multiquip customer service at 1-800-421-1244. Multiquip's number for this recall is WT20191031.
Vehicles covered
- Multiquip Wt5C 2019
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 20V021000
- Type
- Vehicle
- Filed by
- Multiquip, Inc.
- Reported to NHTSA
- Jan 16, 2020
- Owners notified
- Jan 24, 2020
- Vehicles or items affected
- 119
- Started by
- The manufacturer
- Built
- –
- Part
- Trailer hitches
- Maker's own recall number
- WT20191031
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
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.