Recall 05V-534: 2004–2006 Cottrell C-9ENC

The problem

On certain car haul trailers equipped with roofs that raise and lower, the roof is attached to a raising/lowering mechanism by brackets that are fastened to the roof. These brackets may experience high stress during the process of seating the roof in the down position, and that the fasteners used to secure the roof to the brackets may not be able to withstand those stresses.

The risk

The roof might separate from the trailer and a crash could occur or property damage.

The fix

Cottrell will inspect and repair all four corners of the head-ramp and the trailer. All three customers have been notified and 36 out of 38 trailers have been repaired. Owners may contact cottrell at 770-532-7251.

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.

Recall details

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 05V-534?

On certain car haul trailers equipped with roofs that raise and lower, the roof is attached to a raising/lowering mechanism by brackets that are fastened to the roof. These brackets may experience high stress during the process of seating the roof in the down position, and that the fasteners used to secure the roof to the brackets may not be able to withstand those stresses.

How is recall 05V-534 fixed?

Cottrell will inspect and repair all four corners of the head-ramp and the trailer. All three customers have been notified and 36 out of 38 trailers have been repaired. Owners may contact cottrell at 770-532-7251.

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.