Defect Description For Recall
Masterlock Is Recalling Certain Aftermarket Tri-Ball Mounts, Part Number 2948At, Shipped Between May 19, 2011, And July 13, 2011, And Sold For Use On Motor Vehicles. The 2-5/16″ Hitch Ball May Not Have Been Designed To Comply With The 10,000 Lbs. Load Requirement And Thus The Weld Can Fail.
Make Of Vehicle
MASTERLOCK
Model Of Vehicle
TRI-BALL MOUNT
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
11E037000
Component Description
Trailer Hitches
Effect Of Defect
In The Event That The Weld Fails, The Vehicle Being Towed Can Separate From The Towing Vehicle, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Masterlock Will Replace The DefeCTIve Tri-Ball Mounts Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On October 6, 2011. Owners May Contact Masterlock At 1-800-464-2088.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Masterlock Co.
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
2160
Date Owners Notified
20111006
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Masterlock Co.
Date Report Received
20110921