Recall 16V709000: 2015–2016 Haulmark Aluminum Snowmobile, 2015–2016 Wells Cargo Aluminum Snowmobile
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Oct 5, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- 89
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
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.
The risk
If the coupler tears, the trailer can separate from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2015 Haulmark Aluminum Snowmobile
- 2016 Haulmark Aluminum Snowmobile
- 2015 Wells Cargo Aluminum Snowmobile
- 2016 Wells Cargo Aluminum Snowmobile
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 16V709000
- Manufacturer campaign
- ID119915
- Manufacturer
- Universal Trailer Cargo Group, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Oct 26, 2016
- Components
- Trailer hitches (Body & Structure)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology