Defect Description For Recall
Cequent Is Recalling Certain Reese , P/N 54970, And Pro Series, P/N 63970, Branded Weight Distribution Shanks That Were Imported And Sold In The Aftermarket To Wholesale Distributors, Installers, Mail Order, And Other Customers. These Parts Were Sold Both Individually And As A Component In Certain Reese And Pro Series Weight Distributing Kits. Due To An Error In ProduCTIon, Some Of The Weight Distribution Shanks May Have An Incorrect Metallurgy.
Make Of Vehicle
REESE
Model Of Vehicle
SHANK
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
11E027000
Component Description
Equipment
Effect Of Defect
The Shank May Fracture During Installation Or Use, Potentially Causing A Crash.
Fix Defect
Cequent Will Notify Owners And Replace The Shank Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On June 30, 2011. Owners May Contact Cequent Customer Service At 1-877-208-2573.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Cequent Towing Products, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20100701
End Of Manufacture
20100808
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
6336
Date Owners Notified
20110630
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Cequent Performance Products, Inc.
Date Report Received
20110629