Defect Description For Recall
Aluminum Trailer Company (Atc) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2007-2012 Atc Car Hauler Trailers With Extended Hitches Manufactured From December 1, 2006 Through September 16, 2011. These Trailers With 12″ Extended Hitch Frames Are Breaking Near The Front Cross Member On The Frame Of The Trailer. This Is Caused By Insufficient Material Used In The Frame Hitch.
Make Of Vehicle
ATC
Model Of Vehicle
CARGO
Year
2009
Recall Campaign Number
11V482000
Component Description
Trailer Hitches
Effect Of Defect
The Hitch Could Potentially Break Causing Separation From The Towing Vehicle, TherEBY Increasing The Risk Of Loss Of Control And Posing A Risk Of Personal Injury And Property Damage.
Fix Defect
Atc Will Repair The Aluminum Trailer Hitch Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On November 10, 2011. Owners May Contact Atc At 1-877-441-2440.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Aluminum Trailer Company
Start Of Manufacture
20061201
End Of Manufacture
20110916
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
85
Date Owners Notified
20111110
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Aluminum Trailer Company (Atc)
Date Report Received
20110923