Recall 11V-122: 2010 American Hauler Falcon XC, 2010 American Hauler Nighthawk

AMERICAN HAULER recall for wheels, reported to NHTSA on Feb 17, 2011, covering about 47 vehicles.

NHTSA number
11V-122
Report date
Feb 17, 2011
Vehicles affected
47
Owners notified
Mar 7, 2011

The problem

American hauler is recalling certain model year 2010 trailers equipped with 15" x 6" white spoke or modular design steel wheels with a six hole bolt pattern. Some of the wheels may have inadequate weld penetration between the outer ring and the center plate due to improper plate alignment.

The risk

There could be a potential wheel failure and wheel loss increasing the risk of a crash, or personal injury.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the wheels on the suspect vehicles and repair the trailers free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about march 10, 2011. Owners may contact trans texas tire at 1-800-289-8667.

Notes

Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerAMERICAN HAULER
ComponentWheels
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number11V122000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
American Hauler Falcon XC2010All years
American Hauler Nighthawk2010All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 11V-122?

American hauler is recalling certain model year 2010 trailers equipped with 15" x 6" white spoke or modular design steel wheels with a six hole bolt pattern. Some of the wheels may have inadequate weld penetration between the outer ring and the center plate due to improper plate alignment.

How is recall 11V-122 fixed?

Dealers will inspect the wheels on the suspect vehicles and repair the trailers free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about march 10, 2011. Owners may contact trans texas tire at 1-800-289-8667.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.