Recall 07V-587: 2007–2008 HI-LO 24' TOW Lite, 2007–2008 HI-LO 25' Classic and 2 more
HI-LO TRAILER CO. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Dec 20, 2007, covering about 114 vehicles.
The problem
On certain folding camping trailers (Fct) equipped with a power winch unit, model p55000, built by carefree of colorado, an incorrect material was used in the manufacture of the cable shafts on some of these power winch units. Under certain circumstances while the folding camping trailer top is being lifted, if the winch is placed into a stall condition, the cable shaft may break prior to the fuse or circuit breaker tripping.
The risk
Should the cable shaft break, the fct top could then free-fall into the lower position, possibly resulting in injuries.
The fix
Hi-lo is working with carefree of colorado to have new cable shafts installed free of charge (Please see 07e077). . The recall began on december 14, 2007. Owners may contact carefree of colorado at 1-800-621-2617 or hi-lo trailers at 1-419-886-0066.
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 | HI-LO TRAILER CO. |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment › Mechanical › Winch |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 07V587000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| HI-LO 24' TOW Lite | 2007, 2008 | All years |
| HI-LO 25' Classic | 2007, 2008 | All years |
| HI-LO 27' TOW Lite | 2007, 2008 | All years |
| HI-LO 28' Classic | 2007, 2008 | 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-587?
On certain folding camping trailers (Fct) equipped with a power winch unit, model p55000, built by carefree of colorado, an incorrect material was used in the manufacture of the cable shafts on some of these power winch units. Under certain circumstances while the folding camping trailer top is being lifted, if the winch is placed into a stall condition, the cable shaft may break prior to the fuse or circuit breaker tripping.
How is recall 07V-587 fixed?
Hi-lo is working with carefree of colorado to have new cable shafts installed free of charge (Please see 07e077). . The recall began on december 14, 2007. Owners may contact carefree of colorado at 1-800-621-2617 or hi-lo trailers at 1-419-886-0066.
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.