Defect Description For Recall
Master Lock Zero Tilt Adjustable Ball Mount Trailer Hitch Model No. 2841At, Manufactured Between February 12 And March 7, 2003. The Corner Welding On The Vertical Tube And Tube Wall Thickness Does Not Comply With Master Lock’S Design Specification. This Irregularity May Decrease The Life Expectancy Of The Product.
Make Of Vehicle
MASTER LOCK
Model Of Vehicle
2841AT
Year
2002
Recall Campaign Number
03E017000
Component Description
Equipment
Effect Of Defect
Prior To Product Failure, The Affected Product Would Likely Show Signs Of Cracking In The Corner Of The Vertical Tube. If The Product Is Not Replaced , The Ball Mount Could Prematurely Break Or Crack, Which Could Allow The Trailer To Separate From The Towing Vehicle.
Fix Defect
Master Lock Will Replace The Affected Ball Mounts At No Charge. Owner Notification Began February 28, 2003. Owners Who Take Their Vehicles To An Authorized Dealer On An Agreed Upon Service Date And Do Not Receive The Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact Master Lock At 1-800-308-9244.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Master Lock
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
6883
Date Owners Notified
20030228
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Master Lock
Date Report Received
20030311