Recall 07V-489: 2002–2007 Scott Liberty I, 2002–2007 Scott Liberty II
SCOTT HEALTH & SAFETY recall for tires, reported to NHTSA on Oct 16, 2007, covering about 188 vehicles.
The problem
On certain air compressor trailers, the spare tire mount may fail at one or more of the welds on the upright bar resulting in the spare tire coming loose and falling from the trailer.
The risk
Should the spare tire detach itself from the carrier while the trailer is in motion, a crash may result.
The fix
Scott will replace the old style spare tire mount with one of a new design. The recall is expected to begin during october 2007. Owners may contact scott at 1-800-247-7257.
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
| Manufacturer | SCOTT HEALTH & SAFETY |
|---|---|
| Component | Tires › Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 07V489000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Scott Liberty I | 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 | All years |
| Scott Liberty II | 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 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-489?
On certain air compressor trailers, the spare tire mount may fail at one or more of the welds on the upright bar resulting in the spare tire coming loose and falling from the trailer.
How is recall 07V-489 fixed?
Scott will replace the old style spare tire mount with one of a new design. The recall is expected to begin during october 2007. Owners may contact scott at 1-800-247-7257.
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.