Recall 00V-265: 2000 Featherlite Trailer
FEATHERLITE, INC. recall for trailer hitches, reported to NHTSA on Sep 29, 2000, covering about 3,145 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: trailers equipped with tekonsha or bargman breakaway switch assemblies. The subject switches are base parts 2011 and 2011p, and are branded tekonsha (2011) and bargman (50-85-009). These may be packaged in kit numbers 1026, 1028, 2011-23, 2028-23, 2011p, 2011ap, 20005, 20010, 20015, 20020, 2026, 2026-lb, 2028, 1026-lb, 50-85-200, 50-85-201, 50-85-250, 5061404, 5061406, 5061407, 5061408, 5061410, 5061506, 5061507, 5061508, 5067406, 5067407, 5067408, 5067409, and 5067410. The internal switching mechanism may fail to make proper contact and provide electrical continuity when the breakaway pin is pulled. This condition may result in no electrical power to the trailer brakes in the event of a trailer breakaway situition and could occur without warning.
The risk
In the event of a trailer breaking loose from a tow vehicle, the malfunction of a breakaway switch could result in a vehicle crash, personal injury, property damage or both.
The fix
Dealers will replace the defective breakaway device with new breakaway kits free of charge.
Notes
Owner notification began october 9, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact featherlite at 1-877-903-1444or tekonsha towing systems at 1-800-325-5860. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | FEATHERLITE, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Trailer Hitches |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 00V265004 |
Vehicles in this recall
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 00V-265?
Vehicle description: trailers equipped with tekonsha or bargman breakaway switch assemblies. The subject switches are base parts 2011 and 2011p, and are branded tekonsha (2011) and bargman (50-85-009). These may be packaged in kit numbers 1026, 1028, 2011-23, 2028-23, 2011p, 2011ap, 20005, 20010, 20015, 20020, 2026, 2026-lb, 2028, 1026-lb, 50-85-200, 50-85-201, 50-85-250, 5061404, 5061406, 5061407, 5061408, 5061410, 5061506, 5061507, 5061508, 5067406, 5067407, 5067408, 5067409, and 5067410. The internal switching mechanism may fail to make proper contact and provide electrical continuity when the breakaway pin is pulled. This condition may result in no electrical power to the trailer brakes in the event of a trailer breakaway situition and could occur without warning.
How is recall 00V-265 fixed?
Dealers will replace the defective breakaway device with new breakaway kits free of charge.
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.