C & M Trailers Inc. is recalling certain 2015-2016 cargo trailers that are over 80 inches wide
— Recall Campaign #17V602000
C & M Trailers Inc. (C&M) is recalling certain 2015-2016 cargo trailers that are over 80 inches wide. The affected trailers were built with side marker lamps mounted over 60 inches high. As such, these trailers fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 58 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
17V602000
| Manufacturer: | C & M Trailers, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | September 26, 2017 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 17V602000 |
| Units affected: | 58 |
- Description:
- C & M Trailers Inc. (C&M) is recalling certain 2015-2016 cargo trailers that are over 80 inches wide. The affected trailers were built with side marker lamps mounted over 60 inches high. As such, these trailers fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Consequeces:
- Other motorists may not be able to identify the correct length of a trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- C&M will notify owners, and dealers will correct the height of the markers, free of charge. The recall began on October 23, 2017. Owners may contact C&M's customer service at 1-972-875-4528.
- 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.