Recall 10V-191: 2004–2009 Wildcat 510, 2007–2009 Wildcat 510LT
WILDCAT MFG. CO. INC recall for trailer hitches, reported to NHTSA on May 7, 2010, covering about 74 vehicles.
The problem
Wildcat is recalling certain model year 2004-2009 510 and model year 2007-2009 510lt trailers equipped with an adjustable length tongue assembly. The pintle eye used in the tongue assembly does not have an adequate vertical or horizontal load rating for the gross weight of the vehicle.
The risk
The pintle eye could fail resulting in separation of the tongue from the tow vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Field kit modifications are currently under development. The safety recall began on june 18, 2010. Owners may contact wildcat at 800-627-3954.
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 | WILDCAT MFG. CO. INC |
|---|---|
| Component | Trailer Hitches |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 10V191000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Wildcat 510 | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Wildcat 510LT | 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-191?
Wildcat is recalling certain model year 2004-2009 510 and model year 2007-2009 510lt trailers equipped with an adjustable length tongue assembly. The pintle eye used in the tongue assembly does not have an adequate vertical or horizontal load rating for the gross weight of the vehicle.
How is recall 10V-191 fixed?
Field kit modifications are currently under development. The safety recall began on june 18, 2010. Owners may contact wildcat at 800-627-3954.
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.