The problem
Wilson trailers is recalling 211 my 2009 grain trailers. The pivot bolts were loosened at installation and were not properly re-torqued.
The risk
This could result in premature wear bushing or hanger wear or loss of axle attachment, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will check the pivot bolts on the suspension hangers for torque and tighten to 475 ft lbs, if necessary. The recall began on november 20, 2008. Owners may contact wilson trailers at 1-800-798-2002.
Contacts
Wilson trailers recall no. 126Q. Customers 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 http://www.Safercar.Gov.
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 Wilson dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 08V601000.
- 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.