2005 THULE UTILITY TRAILER Recall

Campaign:

07V523000 on 11/07/2007

Component:

Power train:axle assembly

Manufactured:

08/31/2005 - 10/31/2007

Affected:

73

Defect:

On certain galvanized utility trailers, a bracket used to attach the axle to the trailer body was reversed during assembly. the improper installation of the bracket may cause the axle to disengage from the trailer while in use.

Consequence:

The axle may release partially or wholly from trailer and may begin to vibrate or weave while in tow increasing the risk of a crash.

Correction:

Dealers will disconnect the improperly assembled bracket and re-assemble the bracket in a proper manner free of charge. the recall began on november 14, 2007. owners may contact thule at 1-888-451-9776.

Notes:

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.

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