The problem
Certain mini trailers have inadequate welds to the tongue and frame assembly. This could cause separation of the tongue assembly from the frame.
The risk
This condition could cause instability and possible loss of control of the trailer, which could result in a crash.
The fix
Little trailer will exchange the trailer with a new trailer and a newly designed frame. The recall is expected to begin during august 2004. Owners should contact the little trailer company at 574-522-1112.
Contacts
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Little Guy dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 04V351000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.