Recall 93V-096: 1989–1993 Automatic Kartote
AUTOMATIC EQUIP. MFG. CO. recall for wheels, reported to NHTSA on May 21, 1993, covering about 2,149 vehicles.
The problem
The car dolly wheels were installed with 90 degree cone lug nuts instead of 60 degree cone lug nuts. The lug nuts do not seat properly in the wheel holes and can become loose.
The risk
Loose lug nuts can cause dolly wheel separation andresults in loss of vehicle and/or car dolly control and a possible accident.
The fix
Replace the 90 degree cone lug nuts with lug nuts provided by manufacturer.
Notes
System: equipment: tow dollies models kt175i, kt175is, kt200i, kt200is.vehicle description: galvanized industrial car towing dollies. Models kt175iand kt175is were manufactured between december, 1989 and december, 1991. Modelskt200i and kt200si were manufactured between january 1990 and march, 1993.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | AUTOMATIC EQUIP. MFG. CO. |
|---|---|
| Component | Wheels › Multi Piece |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 93V096000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic Kartote | 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993 | All 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 93V-096?
The car dolly wheels were installed with 90 degree cone lug nuts instead of 60 degree cone lug nuts. The lug nuts do not seat properly in the wheel holes and can become loose.
How is recall 93V-096 fixed?
Replace the 90 degree cone lug nuts with lug nuts provided by manufacturer.
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.