Recall 18V210000: 2016–2018 Futura LOW Loader
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Mar 30, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- 204
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Futura Trailers Ltd (Futura) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Low Loader trailers. The left and right drawbars may disconnect from the front rail of the trailer chassis allowing the draw bars to swing and sever the trailer brake and light wires. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment," and number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
The risk
Severed brake and/or light wiring can cause the brakes or brake lights to fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Futura will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional aluminum angle bracket to the junction of the left and right draw-bar, free of charge. The recall began on May 30, 2018. Owners may contact Futura customer service at 1-855-744-3877.
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
- 2016 Futura LOW Loader
- 2017 Futura LOW Loader
- 2018 Futura LOW Loader
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V210000
- Manufacturer
- Futura Trailers Ltd
- Owner letters
- May 30, 2018
- Components
- Electrical system:wiring (Electrical System); Exterior lighting (Lighting); Service brakes, electric (Brakes); Structure (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