Recall 16V709000 — TRAILER HITCHES Defect in 2015-2016 WELLS CARGO ALUMINUM SNOWMOBILE
RECALL This recall affects up to 89 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 16V709000 |
| Manufacturer | Universal Trailer Cargo Group, Inc. |
| Vehicles Affected | 89 |
| Component | TRAILER HITCHES |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Universal Trailer Cargo Group, Inc. (UTC Group) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Haulmark and Wells Cargo Aluminum Snowmobile trailers, models HAS85X16DT2, HAS85X20DT2, HAS85X22DT2, HAS85X24DT2, WAS85X1622, WAS85X2022 and WAS85X2422, manufactured June 18, 2015, to September 23, 2016. Cross winds may result in the trailers tipping or lifting, possibly causing the couplers to tear.
Safety Consequence
If the coupler tears, the trailer can separate from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
UTC Group will notify owners, and dealers will attach a reinforcement plate assembly and extra coupler tube to each trailer, free of charge. The recall began on October 26, 2016. Owners may contact UTC Group customer service at 1-574-264-9661. UTC Group's number for this recall is ID119915.
Related Recalls for WELLS CARGO
| Campaign | Vehicle | Component | Date | Affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13V598000 | 2011 WELLS CARGO CARGO TRAILER | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | 4,754 | |
| 13V599000 | 2013 WELLS CARGO CARGO TRAILER | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | 512 | |
| 12V219000 | 2012 WELLS CARGO LIVESTOCK | EQUIPMENT | 2 | |
| 08V211000 | 2004 WELLS CARGO TRAILER | EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER | 1 |