Recall 10V-580: 2011 Vanguard Cool Globe

VANGUARD NATIONAL TRAILER CORPORATION recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on Nov 10, 2010, covering about 30 vehicles.

NHTSA number
10V-580
Report date
Nov 10, 2010
Vehicles affected
30
Owners notified
Nov 24, 2010

The problem

Vanguard is recalling certain model year 2011 cool globe trailers equipped with arvin meritor suspension systems. The suspect systems may have missing welds at the interface of the lower seat bracket and axle beam.

The risk

Missing welds could allow the axle to roll out of position and potentially impact the handling of the trailer such that a driver may lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Vanguard is working with arvin meritor to identify owners with the affect suspension systems. The affected vehicles will be repaired free of charge. The safety recall began on november 24, 2010. Owners may contact arvin meritor at 1-248-435-0896.

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

ManufacturerVANGUARD NATIONAL TRAILER CORPORATION
ComponentSuspension
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number10V580000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Vanguard Cool Globe2011All 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-580?

Vanguard is recalling certain model year 2011 cool globe trailers equipped with arvin meritor suspension systems. The suspect systems may have missing welds at the interface of the lower seat bracket and axle beam.

How is recall 10V-580 fixed?

Vanguard is working with arvin meritor to identify owners with the affect suspension systems. The affected vehicles will be repaired free of charge. The safety recall began on november 24, 2010. Owners may contact arvin meritor at 1-248-435-0896.

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.