Recall 10V-140: 2007–2009 Mirage Mxsn8.516TA2, 2007–2009 Mirage Mxsn8.518TA2 and 15 more
MIRAGE ENTERPRISES, INC recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Apr 8, 2010, covering about 704 vehicles.
The problem
Mirage enterprises has notified NHTSA of a defect in certain model year 2007-2009 xtreme snowmobile trailers. The steel bracket that is used to bolt the axle bracket and the axle to the mainframe rail of the trailer can crack and fail.
The risk
The axle can separate from the trailer. This could result in loss of control, property damage, personal injury or death.
The fix
Dealers will weld each axle bracket directly to the trailer frame to secure the axle to the frame and not rely on the bracket flange and bolts for attachment to the trailer frame. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on april 21, 2010. Owners may contact mirage at 1-866-461-7776.
Notes
Owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Recall details
| Manufacturer | MIRAGE ENTERPRISES, INC |
|---|---|
| Component | Power Train › Axle Assembly |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 10V140000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Mirage Mxsn8.516TA2 | 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Mirage Mxsn8.518TA2 | 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Mirage Mxsn8.520TA2 | 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Mirage Mxsn8.522TA2 | 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Mirage Mxsn8.522TRA2 | 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Mirage Mxsn8.524TA2 | 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Mirage Mxsn8.526TA2 | 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Mirage Mxsn8.526TA3 | 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Mirage Mxsn8.526TRA2 | 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Mirage Mxsn8.528TA3 | 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Mirage Mxsn8.528TRA2 | 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Mirage Mxsn8.530TA3 | 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Mirage Mxsn8.530TRA2 | 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Mirage Mxsn8.532TRA2 | 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Mirage Mxsn8.534TRA2 | 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Mirage Mxsn8.534TRA3 | 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Mirage Mxsn8.536TRA2 | 2007, 2008, 2009 | 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 10V-140?
Mirage enterprises has notified NHTSA of a defect in certain model year 2007-2009 xtreme snowmobile trailers. The steel bracket that is used to bolt the axle bracket and the axle to the mainframe rail of the trailer can crack and fail.
How is recall 10V-140 fixed?
Dealers will weld each axle bracket directly to the trailer frame to secure the axle to the frame and not rely on the bracket flange and bolts for attachment to the trailer frame. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on april 21, 2010. Owners may contact mirage at 1-866-461-7776.
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.