Futura Trailers Ltd is recalling certain 2016-2018 Low Loader trailers
— Recall Campaign #18V210000
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 recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 204 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
18V210000
| Manufacturer: | Futura Trailers Ltd |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | March 30, 2018 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 18V210000 |
| Units affected: | 204 |
- Description:
- 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."
- Consequeces:
- Severed brake and/or light wiring can cause the brakes or brake lights to fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- 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.