Recall 06V-405: 2006–2007 Circle J Runabout

WESTERN WORLD, INC. recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on Oct 25, 2006, covering about 243 vehicles.

NHTSA number
06V-405
Report date
Oct 25, 2006
Vehicles affected
243
Owners notified
Oct 18, 2006

The problem

On certain trailers, one or more of the eight nuts and bolts attaching the two axles to the frames may not have been sufficiently tightened.

The risk

Insufficiently tightened nuts could come off and potentially one or both of the axles could separate from the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will re-torque the nuts and bolts that attach the axles to the frame of the trailer free of charge. The recall began on october 18, 2006. Owners may contact western world at 1-800-247-2535.

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

ManufacturerWESTERN WORLD, INC.
ComponentSuspension › Multiple Axle › Torque Arm
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number06V405000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Circle J Runabout2006, 2007All years

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 06V-405?

On certain trailers, one or more of the eight nuts and bolts attaching the two axles to the frames may not have been sufficiently tightened.

How is recall 06V-405 fixed?

Dealers will re-torque the nuts and bolts that attach the axles to the frame of the trailer free of charge. The recall began on october 18, 2006. Owners may contact western world at 1-800-247-2535.

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.