Recall 07V-214: 2006–2007 Prohauler Trailer 614Sltd, 2006–2007 Prohauler Trailer D612RTSD and 1 more
PROHAULER TRAILERS, INC. recall for trailer hitches, reported to NHTSA on May 15, 2007, covering about 124 vehicles.
The problem
On certain flatbed trailers equipped with a 2 5/16" adjustable tongue coupler built by atwood (Part no. 81906, the coupler can fail and break, causing the trailer to separate from the tow vehicle while being pulled on the open highway.
The risk
Separation of the towed vehicle could lead to property damage, personal injury, or death.
The fix
Prohauler will inspect or cause to be inspected and will replace or cause to be replaced all defetive tongue couplers, specifically all atwood couplers part no. 81906. The recall began on april 19, 2007. Owners may contact prohauler at 1-803-548-4348.
Notes
Customers may 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
| Manufacturer | PROHAULER TRAILERS, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Trailer Hitches |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 07V214000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Prohauler Trailer 614Sltd | 2006, 2007 | All years |
| Prohauler Trailer D612RTSD | 2006, 2007 | All years |
| Prohauler Trailer D615RTSD | 2006, 2007 | All 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 07V-214?
On certain flatbed trailers equipped with a 2 5/16" adjustable tongue coupler built by atwood (Part no. 81906, the coupler can fail and break, causing the trailer to separate from the tow vehicle while being pulled on the open highway.
How is recall 07V-214 fixed?
Prohauler will inspect or cause to be inspected and will replace or cause to be replaced all defetive tongue couplers, specifically all atwood couplers part no. 81906. The recall began on april 19, 2007. Owners may contact prohauler at 1-803-548-4348.
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.