Recall 13V-204: 2013–2014 Cheetah Chassis/Trailer, 2013–2014 John Evans Chassis/Trailer and 1 more
John Evans Manufacturing Co. recall for wheels, reported to NHTSA on May 15, 2013, covering about 380 vehicles.
The problem
John Evans Manufacturing Co. (John Evans) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 chassis and trailers; model year 2013-2014 remanufactured chassis and trailers, and model year 2013-2014 Cheetah Chassis and trailers. The affected products were manufactured September 5, 2012, through April 19, 2013. The wheel lug nuts may not be properly torqued.
The risk
Insufficient torque on the wheel lug nuts could lead to separation of the wheels from the chassis or trailer, which may increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
John Evans will notify owners, and dealers will inspect each trailer. The affected trailers will have the lug nuts re-torqued, free of charge. The recall began on May 30, 2013. Owners may contact John Evans customer service at 1-803-436-3102.
Notes
Customers may 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 | John Evans Manufacturing Co. |
|---|---|
| Component | Wheels › Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 13V204000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Cheetah Chassis/Trailer | 2013, 2014 | All years |
| John Evans Chassis/Trailer | 2013, 2014 | All years |
| John Evans Rmfd Chassis/Trailer | 2013, 2014 | 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 13V-204?
John Evans Manufacturing Co. (John Evans) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 chassis and trailers; model year 2013-2014 remanufactured chassis and trailers, and model year 2013-2014 Cheetah Chassis and trailers. The affected products were manufactured September 5, 2012, through April 19, 2013. The wheel lug nuts may not be properly torqued.
How is recall 13V-204 fixed?
John Evans will notify owners, and dealers will inspect each trailer. The affected trailers will have the lug nuts re-torqued, free of charge. The recall began on May 30, 2013. Owners may contact John Evans customer service at 1-803-436-3102.
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.