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NHTSARecalled Apr 13, 2016 · #16V214000

Axle May Loosen and Shift

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Hillsboro Industries (Hillboro) is recalling certain model year 2016 Open Aluminum Utility Trailers manufactured November 6, 2015, to April 1, 2016. On these trailers with a 2,990 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), the axle attachment hardware may have been improperly installed, and as a result, the axle may not remain secured and aligned. If the axle shifts, the trailer may pull to one side, increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
Axle May Loosen and Shift
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Hillsboro Industries
Model numbers
2016 Open
UPCs

What you should do

Hillsboro believes that all affected trailers were quarantined at dealers before being sold, therefore owner notifications will not be sent. Dealers will correct the axle mounting, free of charge. The recall began on April 14, 2016. Owners may contact Hillsboro customer service at 1-316-947-3127.

View the official CPSC notice